Blonde bombshell Ashley Smith channels her inner Debbie Harry for Ellen von Unwerth's camera in Vogue Turkey June 2011. Fashion editor Sebastian Kaufmann chose several 80s and punk-inspired fashion from the likes of Burberry Prorsum, Bottega Veneta, Ann Demeulemeester and Haider Ackermann to complete the Blondie look.
In the editorial, Smith struts down city streets, lounges inside a lush nightclub, touches up her makeup backstage and finally hits the stage. With her slightly frizzy mane, bright red lips and perfectly smoked eyes, Ashley Smith makes a convincing Debby Harry double.
My favorite shot from the Vogue Turkey June 2011 editorial is the one in which Smith lounges face-down on a bench. The vibrant striped dress, attitude-filled pout and pointed boots are exactly what I'd imagine a pop culture icon like Debbie Harry wearing.
80s Icon Editorials
Ashley Smith Channels Debbie Harry for Vogue Turkey June 2011
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