Francesca Ragazzi has been steering the creative direction of Vogue Italia since taking on the role of editor-in-chief in 2021. As she navigates this influential position, her vision is starting to take shape. The magazine has featured an impressive lineup of cover stars recently, including iconic figures such as Linda Evangelista, Monica Bellucci, and Lana Del Rey. In December, Ragazzi showcased an exciting collection of models—Anok Yai, Alex Consani, and Amelia Gray—captured through the lens of renowned photographer Rafael Pavarotti. Kicking off 2025, Damiano David, an acclaimed Italian singer and songwriter, graces the January cover, captured by the talented Steven Klein with styling by Matthew Ellenberger. The stunning cover photo, shot at the luxurious Chateau Marmont, features David in a striking look from the Dsquared2 Menswear Spring 2025 collection.

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Upon viewing the cover, one forum member, Xone, shared their thoughts, stating, “It’s unfortunate they didn’t take a bolder approach with him. The result is… acceptable. It’s definitely an improvement compared to the December covers.”

Another user, JohannesL, posed a question regarding the artistic direction: “Was there an intention to pursue a BDSM theme before they pivoted?”

In a more enthusiastic tone, kokobombon expressed admiration for David’s presence on the cover but noted, “I had higher expectations from Klein. I believe Damiano would have embraced a more adventurous concept.”

Guimon echoed these sentiments, stating, “I’m a fan of Damiano. I felt excitement when I saw Steven Klein involved, but I came away feeling disappointed with the final product.”

However, not all feedback was negative. User zacatecas570 remarked, “Honestly, this is a solid cover,” while Alquimista added, “The rich colors and dynamic angles suggest a narrative. Thank goodness Klein continues to create atmospheric photographs that evoke emotion.”

To see more stunning visuals of Damiano David from the Vogue Italia January 2025 cover shoot and engage in the community discussion, click here.