VOGUE ITALIA September 2000 w/ Haute Couture Supplement

This rare and exceptional September 2000 issue of Vogue Italia is, like all editions produced under Franca Sozzani’s direction, a creative masterpiece that prioritizes the artistic value of its content, photography, and layout over mainstream tastes. It is even more outstanding as it comes as a complete set with its original 375+ page supplement, which is entirely dedicated to Haute Couture.

The magazine is a true collector's gem, brimming with breathtaking fashion and lifestyle photography, iconic advertisements, and exclusive editorial content. It features striking campaigns from all major designers, including Prada, Valentino, Gucci, Blumarine, Céline, Dolce & Gabbana with Gisèle Bündchen, Miu Miu, Fendi with Maggie Rizer, Anna Molinari, Krizia, Jil Sander, Roberto Cavalli, Chrome Hearts, Marc Jacobs (Kate Moss by Juergen Teller), Givenchy, Romeo Gigli, Moschino, Chloé, Alberta Ferretti, Emanuel Ungaro, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Versace, among many others, as well as exclusive runway coverage of the Prêt-à-Porter collections.

The issue showcases superb photography by renowned artists such as Steven Meisel ("The Garden" - 28 pages), Bruce Weber ("Lou" - 20 pages with Lou Doillon), Mario Testino ("The New Trend Setters" - 16 pages), Peter Lindbergh ("Love That Look!" - 14 pages with Milla Jovovich), Deborah Turbeville ("Starry - Evening Ideas" - 8 pages), Ellen von Unwerth ("Billboard Chicks" - 22 pages), Paolo Roversi ("The Magic of Tradition" - 16 pages), Steven Klein ("Provocative" - 8 pages with Maggie Rizer and Karen Elson, among others), and Miles Aldridge ("Cocco in Wonderland" - 12 pages).

The magazine comes with its original supplement showcasing the Fall/Winter 2000/2001 Haute Couture collections, which is a true magazine in its own right. The supplement features campaigns from Valentino (21 pages), Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld, Emanuel Ungaro (12 pages by Corinne Day, and more), and Versace (16 iconic pages by Steven Meisel with Amber Valletta, Georgina Grenville and Lucas Babin). It also includes exceptional photography by Steven Meisel ("Unique Luxe Eccentric" - 28 pages), Helmut Newton ("Terrific - The Magic of White Man Suit" - 8 pages), Paolo Roversi ("The New Chic-Mix" - 22 iconic pages with Chiara Mastroianni, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Lou Doillon, Charlotte Rampling, Kirsten Owen, Malgosia Bela, and Monica Bellucci, among others), Tim Walker ("Mad Merry Marvelous" - 28 pages), and Roxanne Lowit ("Snapshots" - 22 spectacular pages featuring an impressive lineup of topmodels and society figures). Additional features include a 14-page spotlight on Salvatore Ferragamo, a 14-page report on Bulgari, a stunning 16-page fur special, and 8 pages Christian Dior by John Galliano Couture with backstage photos by Roxanne Lowit and Bardo Fabiani. 

Capturing the glamour and essence of early 2000s fashion, this standout issue is a must-have for collectors and an elegant addition to any fashion library.

Cover: Natasa Livaks and Raquel Zimmermann by Steven Meisel (foldout cover)
Editor-in-chief: Franca Sozzani

594 pages
1.449 g
20,8 cm x 27,4 cm/8.19“ x 10.79“

Supplement
Cover by Steven Meisel
378 pages
923 g
20,8 cm x 27,4 cm/8.19" x 10.79"

Magazine and supplement are in very good vintage condition with minor general signs of wear and age. Please note slight tanning to the edges of the pages, which is common for Vogue Italia issues from the early 2000s.