She says that Kate is not a controversial model and neither is she a classic model which is what the editor was really looking for.
Shot by Sebastian Faena, Upton really looks stunning in the photo wearing a silk gown and a Gucci satin shirt.
An article posted on the “CR Men’s Book” website about Kate’s shoot further explains why the actress and model was chosen to star in the debut publication, describing the blonde bombshell as a strong woman whose looks and personality, Carine believes, will resonate with all of the magazine’s readers.
The article says that for more than one reason, it’s only fitting for supermodel Kate Upton to be cast for the first issue of our “CR Men’s Book.”
Kate was the first-ever cover star of “CR Fashion Book” rebirth issue in 2012. Perhaps the more obvious reason is the way men and women alike have responded to the model since.
The supermodel has taken on the Marilyn Monroe persona for a shoot in 2013 where she appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair’s 100th issue.
She donned siren red lipstick, cascading blonde curls, and a gold bodysuit, holding a cake lit with a candle in one hand during that 2013 shoot for Vanity Fair.