L’Officiel Hommes Germany / Joan Pedrola + Paolo Anchisi

L’Officiel Hommes is a men’s magazine. I’m not sure that I’m clearly understanding the target demographic of the magazine here. And while I like to think that I’m very open-minded when it comes to things like these, I’m really having trouble finding the masculinity in this. Crotch-grabbing with my mesh tank on? That could be fun. But the last photo in this editorial looks like it could be the poster child for Prop 8. Or worse, the sequel to this movie. When it comes to this editorial, I think I’m as confused as they are. We can be heroes? The next time I’m in a dire situation and Joan Pedrola comes to my aid with a jerry curl and pearl-studded chain straight jacket, I might think twice before accepting the offer… Or did I completely miss the left ear piercing hint? Whatever this ed is about, I know one thing for certain: Joan is the master of smizing.

Sandrine Castellan + This Photo

This photo. More inbox goods as of late, and Sandrine Castellan showed up. But more than that, this photo. HOLY. Makes me want to raise my hands as if I were dancing to a choir of children singing Lisztomania in my head. The rest of her work I could do without. When you put on your pearls next time don’t forget to raise your hands in praise of whatever could be happening out of the frame or just close your eyes and imagine your life is flashing before your eyes. See more of her work here.

Gohbi Thievendran

Born in Sri Lanka. Based in Toronto. Schooled in computers. Self-taught in photography. Likes whiskey. Hates beer. Life long aficionado of all things hip-hop. Gohbi Thievendran is a Canadian photographer whose work cropped up in my inbox, and pleasantly whet my visual appetite. It manages to be subtle, and detailed. To top it off, Gohbi has a really interesting blog.

Rebirth of Nature + Josh Olins

I imagine this is what the male version of Lady GaGa would look like. Seeing as it was styled by Nicola Formichetti, GaGa’s stylist, it’s not too much of a surprise to see Julius Gerhardt adorned with attic attire and yard sale furniture. Ever since I came across Josh Olins, I haven’t been disappointed by one thing he’s done. His work is very refreshing. Like how your mosquito bite feels just after applying afterbite. It stings so good. Here is an interview with Josh Olins. I really like this editorial. It’s a nice reminder that Easter is coming, which means mini eggs.

Go Figure / Lara Stone + Vogue UK

Go figure Lara Stone would look nothing less than phenomenal in this editorial by Alisdair McLellan for Vogue UK. I don’t know what kind of hormones Lara is taking, but her boobs seem to get a size larger every editorial. And if you’re ever having a bad hair day, glossed and slicked doesn’t look half bad… Look best worn with a white dress or a black tank with mesh covering your cleave. Via CQC.