Innholdsfortegnelse for January/February 2025 i Maxim

Ferrari’s last three halo Supercars—the LaFerrari, Enzo and F50—have all been powered by the V12 engines the iconic Maranello marque is famous for. So one might reasonably have expected their long-awaited successor—initially codenamed the F250, which has been in the works since the 2016 release of the LaFerrari Aperta—to have one as well, even if in hybrid form (the LaFerrari also has an electric motor). Perhaps the most surprising thing about the F80, as it is now known, therefore is that its main power plant is a twin-turbo V6. Ostensibly this puts it more in line with the 296 GTB, also based on a twin-turbo V6, amongst its road cars. Conceding the point, Ferrari notes that the F80 will be as easy to drive as the 296. However, while in…

In mid-November, Kim Kardashian’s Skims tried on high fashion for size when the ever-exploding shapewear brand announced a partnership with luxe Italian label Dolce & Gabbana. The expansive ensuing collection reimagined D&G’s classic silhouettes and signature leopard print for accessible but sexy “solutions for everyone” as the Skims motto goes, from barely there mesh bralettes and feline-spotted slip dresses to luscious silk robes and satin thongs. The crossover capsule proved wildly popular, with more than $3 million in revenue generated in the first 48 hours—even after the fashion house’s website crashed. One might be tempted to chalk up the server-smashing success to sheer star power—Kim and her wildly famous sister, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, flaunted their famed curves as they tag-teamed an old world–themed campaign celebrating Italian culture and women. But…

“The exiled royalty, minor princes, beauties, near beauties, sportsmen and bankers of the International Set consider St. Moritz the place to spend a winter holiday. It is not just because this village, tucked high in the Alps of southeast Switzerland, is world-renowned as a winter sports center, with a famous Olympic bobsled run, unparalleled ski slopes and miles of beautiful mountain trails. It is mostly because St. Moritz is the most fashionable village in Europe.” So decreed Life magazine in 1947, adding that, “For more than half a century royalty has assembled on its Alpine slopes, at its outdoor cocktail bars and in its luxurious dining rooms.” Make that more than a century, and counting; the considerable attractions of St. Moritz, which served as a location for two James Bond…

Maxim partnered with luxury casino and resort Wynn Las Vegas for a high-octane event celebrating the Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix that drew scores of celebrities, models, influencers, athletes, artists and other VIP guests to XS Nightclub. The sexy soirée was anchored by late-night performances from The Chainsmokers and Diplo, who hyped up the crowd into the wee hours at the sprawling indoor/outdoor venue, which utilized pyrotechnics, smoke effects and flying drones to accentuate the atmosphere as guests ordered bottles at VIP banquettes and vibed to EDM beats. The glitzy guest list included actors Michael Fassbender, Paul Mescal, Jeffrey Wright, Keegan Michael-Key, Zach Braff and Brandon Sklenar; model/influencers Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, Charly Jordan, Haley Kalil and Tara Yummy; Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty; podcast personalities Caleb Pressley and Mike Majlak;…

Miami-based artist Camilo Rios White, better known by his adopted moniker Riocam, has combined his love of cars, fashion and photography to create “surreal artworks that blur the line between haute couture and the steamy supercar posters of the late 20th century.” The fact that the cars, girls and compositions are all dropdead gorgeous is quickly earning him widespread fame. Over the past decade his commercial work for the likes of Off-White, Tag Heuer, The Webster, Miami Design District, Eres Paris and L’Oréal, who “all found their photographic identity” via his super-saturated images, helped define the Miami aesthetic and the city’s fashion industry. Additionally, Riocam launched his own line of luxury streetwear clothing, Riocambrand; published several books; and created Riocam Studios, an art platform for his increasing coveted photography, which…

UFC sensation Colby Covington has done plenty to earn his “Chaos” nickname. The brash former Interim Welterweight Champion is known as much for his fierce support of President Trump as for the elite MMA skills he honed while an all-American wrestler at Oregon State. Covington has transformed himself into an Octagon superstar by leaning hard into his MAGA beliefs—haters be damned—and viciously trolling his opponents during the promotional buildups to his fights. It’s a canny strategy that has elevated many combat sports legends into the stratosphere, from pro wrestling heels who shot to fame with their mastery of trash talk to the flashy public personas of Floyd “Money” Mayweather and Conor McGregor. Not only do these media-savvy combatants have legions of fans who bought tickets for pay-per-view fights to see…

Combine the adventuresome spirit of a National Geographic documentarian with a cover photographer’s eye for feminine beauty, and you get Alex Yaro. A career behind the camera first began in his native Ukraine, where tastes that would inform his distinct style first began to take hold. “Ukraine is a country of breathtaking landscapes and striking models, with its Slavic beauty always holding a special place in my heart,” Yaro says. More specifically, “Slavic women possess a natural grace—a refined elegance and fluidity in their movements and demeanor that emerges effortlessly,” he continues. “Their figures are marked by highly feminine and harmonious proportions. A slender waist is one of the defining features, with the contrast between the waist and hips creating a strikingly feminine silhouette. Strong yet graceful and elongated legs…

“It’s priceless to me.” A conclusive sentiment that anyone who has spent time and cash on motorcycle mods will understand—the monetary value of a custom bike seldom reflects its subjective worth to an owner. However, the source of that particular quote was telling Maxim about his 1962 Harley-Davidson “Lucki-Pan.” And unlike the tastelessly chromed-and raked-out choppers polluting the pages of Facebook Marketplace, this minimalist one-off is actually objectively beautiful—and therefore valuable. No surprise, as the Lucki-Pan was built by and for Brad Richards, creative director and vice president of design at Harley-Davidson. The H-D literate will immediately connect the latter half of its name to the “Panhead” engine, a historic V-twin named for the cake pan–like rocker covers topping its cylinder heads. “The Panhead motor is simple to look at…

COVER: Dress, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com. P. 8–13: Courtesy RIOCAM, riocam.studio. P. 14–17: Courtesy PULLMAN GALLERY, pullmangallery.com. P. 18–25: Courtesy FERRARI, ferrari.com. P. 26: Jacket and pants, MQ, mq.se; bodysuit, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com; gloves, PRETTY LITTLE THING, prettylittlething.com. P. 27: Jacket, AVEC LES FILLES, aveclesfilles.com; panty, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com; cowboy boots, IDYLLWIND, idyllwind. com. P. 29: Blouse, H&M STUDIO, www2.hm.com; jeans, ICON DENIM, icondenimlosangeles.com. P. 30: Jacket, BAGATELLE, bagatelle.ca; bodysuit, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com; jeans, ICON DENIM, icondenimlosangeles.com. P. 31: Trench coat, AVEC LES FILLES, aveclesfilles.com; bra, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com; necklace, IDYLLWIND, idyllwind. com; heels, PRETTY LITTLE THING, prettylittlething.com. P. 33: Top, H&M STUDIO, www2.hm.com; panty, VICTORIA’S SECRET, victoriassecret.com; sunglasses, MCM, usmcmworldwide.com. P. 34–35: Courtesy TESLA, INC., tesla.com. P. 36– 37: Courtesy SKIMS, skims.com. P. 38–39: Courtesy UFC, ufc.com. P. 42–51: Courtesy…

The finest rituals and customs tend to weather many storms across the decades; the experience of pouring a fine dram or lighting a luxurious cigar remains largely the same in the 21st century as decades ago. And proper tools of the trade, be it an ashtray, a humidor or a lighter, boast longevity and luxury—as London’s Pullman Gallery so elegantly attests. The well-appointed Pullman collection, begun 27 years ago in posh St. James’s by the dapper Simon Khachadourian (with a selection of stock now exclusively available online), boasts as impressive an array of vintage smoking accessories and high-minded gentleman’s collectibles as anywhere on the planet. Savoring a fine cigar simply takes on a deeper meaning when paired with a selection of treasured objects to enhance one’s enjoyment. Even as tides…

The robot revolution is coming, and Elon Musk is leading the charge. But fear not—these new robots won’t be jacked-up cyborgs like the Terminator destroying humanity. If Musk has his way, they’ll be more like humanoid C-3PO-ish butlers. “They’ll serve you cocktails, babysit your kids, walk your dog, mow your lawn, get the groceries—whatever you can think of, it will do,” Musk explains. At least that’s his vision for Optimus, Tesla’s humanoid robot, which he believes will be “the biggest product ever of any kind.” Sure, that’s a pretty bold prediction. But you don’t want to bet against a guy with a proven track record of turning moon shots into moneymakers. The world’s richest man has already revolutionized electric vehicles with Tesla, transformed space travel with SpaceX and disrupted social…

There are unicorns in the automotive mythology, and then there’s the Ferrari 290 MM. When looking at the Supercar Series’ bloodline, this is just one of the incredible ma chines that contributed its DNA. Born during the ultimate age of motorsport rivalry, when marques competed mercilessly to wear the laurel crowns of victory more for respect than sales, it should be little surprise that one of the most coveted vehicles ever known was born from Enzo’s relentless determination to best Mercedes-Benz. In 1955, Mercedes claimed the checkered flag of the Mille Miglia—a perilous 1,000-kilometer sprint around the Italian countryside, as famed for its glory as its lethality. That year Stirling Moss and Denis Jenkinson piloted their Formula One–based Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR to a record-setting finish, while also winning the Targa…

Evi Jerry @evi_jerry Beauty can save the world. In fact, gorgeous Evi Jerry is sure of it. The German/Russian stunner, who’s based in Zurich, Switzerland, says that fashion is her passion and favorite hobby. She’s been an international model, a beauty queen and also worked as a professional psychologist and parapsychologist. A self-proclaimed “philosopher at heart,” Jerry is strongly connected to nature, so her love of diving, snowboarding and mountain climbing is no surprise. She says that traveling inspires her to discover remote destinations, meet new people and learn about their cultures and customs. Relaxing at home, she likes to read books and play the piano. Jerry tells Maxim she’s thankful for the more than 100,000 Instagram followers who helped her succeed in the Cover Girl competition. Back in philosopher…