..and yet I am disappointed.  The May cover of US Vogue is beautiful and polished, however it strikes me as somewhat boring and unexciting.  I supposed the US Vogue does it all or nothing but I hope after selling lots and lots of issues they will get the hint that high fashion models spell and sell FASHION.  Regardless of what I think I will be picking

How can you describe the Italian Vogue without mentioning the consistency of  innovative ideas.  I simply love the Italian Vogue for the inspiration alone.  With that said, the truly awaited December 08 cover does confuse me a bit.  It has a great vintage feel, but I would not call it fashion forward.  While I am being negative, the horrible pose might have something to do with my disappointment