Innholdsfortegnelse for July - August 2018 i Maxim

Kate McKinnon McKinnon’s hilarious portrayals of Kellyanne Conway, Robert Mueller, and Jeff Sessions on Saturday Night Live make her one of the best comics out there—male or female. Look out for her next project, The Spy Who Dumped Me, later this year. Issa Rae We’ve come to expect hilarious, cool-girl vibes from the Insecure star and creator, who started the series back in 2016 as a response to the lack of funny stories about twentysomething black women. This year will prove to be Rae’s biggest yet, with several movies, TV projects, and season three of her hit show in development. “I’ve been blessed with a lot of opportunities, and it’s been about finding the time to do them all well,” she says. “It’s also been a year of seeing several…

Alicia Vikander The Swedish actress brought new life to the Tomb Raider franchise with her badass turn as Lara Croft. Even Angelina Jolie supported her. Danai Gurira Best known for her role in The Walking Dead, Gurira was the fiercest part of this year’s epic Black Panther. Can she get a spin-off? Scarlett Johansson Iron Man? Captain America? No—for us, Johansson’s Black Widow was easily the best part of Avengers: Infinity War. Margot Robbie We’re still swooning over her portrayal of bad-girl figure skater Tonya Harding, but Robbie isn’t one to rest on her laurels. The 27-year-old Aussie will be back as Harley Quinn next year in the sequel to Suicide Squad. Bryce Dallas Howard Thanks to the soon-to-be blockbuster Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, our favorite ginger is back battling…

Meghan Markle The Suits starlet–turned–people’s princess is probably the most talked-about woman in the world right now. Ivanka Trump Trump, who can list fashion designer and businesswoman on her impressive résumé, is balancing her entrepreneurial endeavors with her White House responsibilities after being appointed advisor to the president last year. Melania Trump In her role as First Lady, the president’s number one has taken a special interest in children’s issues, launching the Be Best awareness campaign this past May. Kim Kardashian West Kardashian West isn’t just the ultimate influencer—she is the original one. With 111 million Instagram followers, television shows, books, magazine covers, beauty and fragrance collections, Kimojis, and plans for a lingerie line, she’s translated her reality-star fame into a global brand. Amal Clooney She tamed perennial bachelor George…

Naomie Harris Harris has a magic ability to portray beauty, brains, ambition, and raw, God-given talent every time she hits the screen, which makes her our most prized British import. Elle Fanning With her platinum-blonde hair and pool-blue eyes, the 20-year-old looks as if she was sprinkled with real live fairy dust—fitting for Princess Aurora, the character she’ll reprise in Maleficent 2. Reese Witherspoon We’ve known for a while that this Southern belle can do it all: acting, producing, philanthropy. The reason Big Little Lies and the Time’s Up movement have been so incredibly successful? One word: Reese. Jennifer Lawrence Yup, our favorite A-lister still makes this list. J.Law reprises her role as the moody Raven/Mystique in X-Men: Dark Phoenix next year. Saoirse Ronan She may not have won an…

Everyone’s familiar with Silicon Valley, but if you haven’t heard of “Silicon Wadi,” you will soon enough. Just as the San Francisco Bay area transformed itself into the epicenter of technological entrepreneurship, Israel (and especially Tel Aviv) has become an outsize player on the global stage, particularly in areas related to the military, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and big data—no small feat for a country the size of New Jersey, with a population just about equal to New York City’s. Israel has enthusiastically cultivated its up-and-coming business leaders and their enterprises, helping establish itself as the new hot spot for those wanting to create the next Google or Facebook. In recent years, it’s given the tech world apps like Moovit, Fiverr, and Waze, and is primed to become an even bigger…

“THE MAGLI FAMILY…HAVE REALLY STAYED FOCUSED ON BEING QUALITY CRAFTSMEN AND COBBLERS.” It’s tough for some storied fashion houses to evolve with the times, but luckily for Italian footwear brand Bruno Magli, that hasn’t exactly been an issue. In fact, sticking to what it knows—and does best—is exactly what its customers want. Just ask John Legend or Common: The A-listers are just two of many who are enamored with the company’s timeless craftsmanship, a style so signature that it dates back to 1936, when Bruno and his siblings Marino and Maria Magli started the firm. They learned the trade from their grandfather, who was a cobbler. “I think it’s important to understand what the brand was, and what it’s been for 80-plus years: a brand that has prided itself on…

For even the finest watchmakers, innovation can be limited by the traditional materials used. So when Hublot wanted to push its horological designs, it decided to try something entirely new: timepieces made from incredibly durable ceramics, produced in bright, vibrant colors, like the recently released Big Bang Unico Red Magic. The case and bezel are echoed in the red skeleton dial, flange, and indexes, and the 72-hour power reserve for its self-winding chronograph flyback movement makes this piece as impressive for its engineering as for its design. With a price tag of $26,200 for this limited edition (only 500 units were made), you truly are getting big bang for your buck. For years, the horological masters at Parmigiani Fleurier have partnered with supercar manufacturer Bugatti to create stunning watches inspired…

In an alternate universe, Dominic Cooper might not be an actor. In fact, he almost didn’t make it into an acting program at all. “It’s very lucky that I got in, because I left it up to the very last minute,” he remembers of his audition to the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art. “I think there was only one drama school in London left taking applications.” Cooper, who had been a traditional university student, had a change of heart and decided to pursue the performing arts. And it’s a good thing he did: The 40-year-old is currently starring in the third season of AMC’s comic book adaptation Preacher, a series that’s equal parts thriller, action, horror, and dark comedy. While Cooper had a backup plan in case acting…

Ariana Grande Given the buzz around her single “No Tears Left to Cry,” we’re pretty sure Grande’s upcoming release, Sweetener, will be the album of the summer. And we certainly wouldn’t mind seeing a lot more of that bouncing ponytail.…

Eiza González González got her start on Mexican telenovelas, but with her enviable looks and considerable talent (she blew us away in Baby Driver), it’s clear she’s going to be dominating the silver screen soon. Expect to see her in The Women of Marwen later this year. Martha Hunt The North Carolina native and Maxim cover star (Dec 2017) is like the dream girl next door, complete with a heart of gold. The Victoria’s Secret Angel is a scoliosis activist—she suffered from the disorder as a teen. Candice Swanepoel The 29-year-old from South Africa looks so good in a bikini, she decided to launch her very own swimwear line, Tropic of C, this year. Clearly, the Maxim cover girl (March 2015) is an entrepreneur in the making. Charlotte McKinney This…

Alexis Bledel As dark as The Handmaid’s Tale is, Bledel’s take on her character, Ofglen, is quietly revolutionary—it’s a role the super-talented actress, with those mesmerizing eyes, was born to play. Camila Mendes The Riverdale star might play the rich popular girl on the hit TV show—you know how those types can be—but she isn’t letting fame go to her head. She pays it forward with tributes to her adoring fans on Twitter. Madeline Brewer Like her costar Bledel, Brewer proves to have nerves of steel as Ofwarren in season two of The Handmaid’s Tale. We like her fiery take on her character. Mandy Moore Our favorite teen pop star has grown up and then some, thanks to a dramatic turn on the guilty-pleasure TV show This Is Us. Krysten…

Rihanna With a new lingerie line, Savage x Fenty, and a comedic role in Ocean’s 8, our favorite bad gal is flexing new muscle this year to become a triple threat to reckon with. Heidi Klum Can one woman do it all? At 45, the Maxim cover girl (May/June 2018) and mother of four hosts and executive produces Project Runway, judges America’s Got Talent, basically runs Germany’s Next Topmodel, and designs her own swimwear and lingerie lines. Irina Shayk Shayk made everyone green with envy by bouncing back from her new baby looking even better than before. The Maxim cover girl (July/Aug 2014) is making waves in modeling again, walking the runway for Bottega Veneta and Philipp Plein. Alessandra Ambrosio Though the Victoria’s Secret Angel said she was hanging up…

Since its inception in 2000, the Maxim Hot 100 has celebrated a bevy of powerful women, from models-of-the-moment like Stella Maxwell to pop singers such as Taylor Swift and last year’s No. 1, modeling powerhouse Hailey Baldwin. But perhaps no one has exuded Americana like this year’s winner, supermodel Kate Upton. Like her doppelgänger Marilyn Monroe, the 26-year-old is a blonde bombshell if there ever was one, complete with enviable curves, a sweet smile, and, remarkably, a good old-fashioned work ethic. When told that she had nabbed the top spot on this year’s list, for instance, Upton, who is usually outspoken, tells Maxim in a very measured, soft voice, “You know, I work really hard on myself: on feeling good, working out, being strong. Being number one on the Hot…

For thousands of years, Jerusalem has remained a city of immense geographic, political, and religious significance. Control over the city has changed hands countless times over the centuries, whether through crusade, conquest, or negotiated treaties, and the city is marked by this history, from the Western Wall and the Dome of the Rock to its ancient Roman ruins. But Jerusalem also serves as the multicultural capital of a modern, thriving nation, making it one of the most interesting cities in the world to visit and a must see on any trip to Israel. Exploring Jerusalem’s rich history is synonymous with a visit to the city, home to some of the world’s most holy places in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Famous tourist activities include placing a note in the crevices of…

A trip to Israel wouldn’t be complete without a stop at one of its most famous attractions, the Dead Sea. One must try swimming (or more accurately, floating) in the extremely salty water, as well as applying thick layers of the sea’s famous mud, sold around the world for its dermatological benefits. The mud is also a centerpiece of the treatments found at the numerous luxury spas located along the Dead Sea, perfect after a long day exploring the surrounding desert. Spend a night or two in Ein Bokek, located on the shores of the inland ocean, and stay at one of its many resorts—the ideal home base for adventures in the surrounding area. High-end Israeli hotel chains such as Leonardo, Daniel, and Herods all have properties in the town,…

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We’ve known for a while that actor Robert Downey Jr. has fantastic taste in cars: His garage is home to an eclectic array of automobiles, from a stylish, sophisticated Mercedes-Benz SL Pagoda to a fun and economical Volkswagen Golf GTI. But we were blown away when we saw his newest toy, a totally custom 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 he commissioned from Wisconsin-based shop SpeedKore Performance Group. Chopping up a first-generation Mustang Boss 302, now a coveted collectors’ piece, took serious guts. The Boss 302 was Ford’s response to Chevrolet’s then-new Camaro Z/28, which at the time dominated the Sports Car Club of America’s Trans-Am racing series. Ford produced a very limited number over two model years, ’69 and ’70, developing its performance Mustang around a high-output engine: a stout…

It’s commonly said that in Israel, Jerusalem prays, Tel Aviv plays, and Haifa works. While an oversimplification, it is true that Haifa, the nation’s third largest city, is a hub for Israeli business and industry. But there’s more to Haifa than its population’s work ethic and busy port. The most popular tourist attraction is the Bahá’í World Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set on the slopes of Mount Carmel, the center is stunningly beautiful, with perfectly manicured gardens and dramatic sweeping vistas of the Mediterranean. At the base of these gardens is the German Colony, a neighborhood of meticulously restored Templarera buildings; a plethora of restaurants and cafés line the main road that leads to the nearby coastline. The city is a great place to stay while checking out…