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Once again, we've compiled the sexiest shoots of the month. This month, the competition got fierce, with ladies posing in all sorts of places and publications. The list includes some shoots that publications release ahead of time, but don't worry, they're still current and artistic. Enjoy The 25 Hottest Photo Shoots of March 2013.
Alessandra Ambrosio for Vogue Brazil by Fabio Bartelt
25. Alessandra Ambrosio
Photographer: Fabio Bartelt
Publication: Vogue Brazil
The model took off her Victoria's Secret wings for this sexy cover shoot that proves she's still got it. She poses elegantly in this fun beach spread entitled California Dreamin'.
Aymeline Valade for Harper's Bazaar by Nathaniel Goldberg
24. Aymeline Valade
Photographer: Nathaniel Goldberg
Publication: Harper's Bazaar
The beauty in this shoot comes from the majestic scenery, not to mention Aymeline's stunning looks. She's currently on Model.com's Top 50 List, ranked at number 13. After looking at the model's strong spread for Harper's, you'll see why.
Sky Ferreira by Terry Richardson
23. Sky Ferreira
Photographer: Terry Richardson
Richardson is great at bringing out Ferreira's unique look. Although the shoot is simple, it stands out because it is something not frequently presented in the fashion world.
Annemara Post for Marie Claire Romania by Tibi Clenci
22. Annemara Post
Photographer: Tibi Clenci
Publication: Marie Claire Romania
We love Post's looks, and we love the asymmetrical aesthetic of this shoot. Post, who is from the Netherlands, has the ability to wear several kinds of styles.
Bo Don for Harper's Bazaar Turkey by Gianluca Fontana
21. Bo Don
Photographer: Gianluca Fontana
Publication: Harper's Bazaar Turkey
Don naturally has a simple yet striking look, and for her Bazaar spread, she's surprisingly more Gothic than ever.
Masha Novoselova for French Revue de Modes by Naomi Yang
20. Masha Novoselova
Photographer: Naomi Yang
Publication: French Revue de Modes
This shoot creates drama by displaying the Russian model making aggressive facial expressions.
Lea Seydoux for Numéro Tokyo by Eric Guillemain
19. Lea Seydoux
Photographer: Eric Guillemain
Publication: Numéro Tokyo
Seydoux is mostly known for roles in French movies; however, she happens to double as a stunning model. In this spread, she wears retro looks and looks bomb doing so.
Natalia Vodianova for Numéro by Karl Lagerfeld
18. Natalia Vodianova
Photographer: Karl Lagerfeld
Publication: Numéro
Vodianova has a naturally whimsical look. In this forest shoot, Lagerfeld captures the mysterious nature of her beauty. Rich blue and purple hues add texture and depth to the spread.
Catherine McNeil for Vogue Turkey by Miguel Reveriego
17. Catherine McNeil
Photographer: Miguel Reveriego
Publication: Vogue Turkey
At fourteen, McNeil won a modeling contest held by an Australian teen magazine. Now 24, McNeil proves she still has it in this captivating and vibrant spread.
Julia Frauche for Grazia France by Honer Akrawi
16. Julia Frauche
Photographer: Honer Akrawi
Publication: Grazia France
Frauche poses on the beach for this sexy spread wearing mesh. We're not mad at all.
Selena Gomez for Terry Richardson
15. Selena Gomez
Photographer: Terry Richardson
Recently Gomez appeared on the cover of Harper's Bazaar, shot by Richardson. Apparently Gomez also spent some time in the photographer's studio. The young starlet shows she's grown up in this wonderful shoot. It also includes an outtake of the Bazaar spread.
Melodie Monrose for Elle by Mariano Vivanco
14. Melodie Monrose
Photographer: Mariano Vivanco
Publication: Elle
You can't stop looking at Melodie Monrose's beauty. This hottie was spotted by a modeling agency at 18 while living in Martinique, an island in the Lesser Antilles in the eastern Caribbean Sea. We're glad she was discovered. Her elegance and hotness work perfectly for this '60s-inspired shoot.
Lisette for Madame Figaro by Gyslain Yarhi
13. Lisette
Photographer: Gyslain Yarhi
Publication: Madame Figaro
There's something mysterious and enchanting about Lisette. She has beautiful eyes and radiant skin, both drawing the viewer's attention. She shows off expensive jewelry while looking like a million bucks herself.
Lea Seydoux for Elle Korea by Eric Guillemain
12. Lea Seydoux
Photographer: Eric Guillemain
Publication: Elle Korea
Seydoux had a busy month, appearing again on our list. She makes simple tasks looks sexy in this pastel palette shoot. She's definitely the girlfriend you wish you had.
Rianne ten Haken for Elle Spain by Xavi Gordo
11. Rianne ten Haken
Photographer: Xavi Gordo
Publication: Elle Spain
Haken has all the classic signatures of a wonderful model. She kills it in this beautiful, multi-textured shoot. She also never gets overpowered by the intricate styling that occurs throughout the photo shoot.
Sky Ferreira for S Moda by Andrew Yee
10. Sky Ferreira
Photographer: Andrew Yee
Publication: S Moda
The 20-year-old star does one of her best shoots to date with Yee, showing that she's just as talented of a singer as she is a model. She transfers her vintage look into fierce upscale couture outfits.
Coco Rocha for Elle Ukraine by Rankin
9. Coco Rocha
Photographer: Rankin
Publication: Elle Ukraine
As Coca Rocha makes her transition into television, she takes time to remind the world that she is still an amazing model. Considering all of her achievements, it's hard to believe that she's only 24.
Nicki Minaj for Elle by Thomas Whiteside
8. Nicki Minaj
Photographer: Thomas Whiteside
Publication: Elle
Nicki looks surprisingly tame for her cover spread, showing a side we don't see very often. She took time out of her busy schedule to pose for a cute photo shoot, reminding us of her humble beginnings before the wigs and the make up.
Edita Vilkeviciute for Allure by Tom Munro
7. Edita Vilkeviciute
Photographer: Tom Munro
Publication: Allure
It's hard to ignore Edita Vilkeviciute in this sexy beach spread. She knows how to pose in a bikini like a pro. The 24-year-old Lithuanian model also doesn't fear showing a little skin. We don't mind.
Clara Alonso for GQ Russia by Danil Golovkin
6. Clara Alonso
Photographer: Danil Golovkin
Publication: GQ Russia
Alonso has it all. She wears lingerie and breezy dresses for this studio shoot.
Candice Swanepoel for Vogue Spain by Mariano Vivanco
5. Candice Swanepoel
Photographer: Mariano Vivanco
Publication: Vogue Spain
Swanepoel makes love to the camera, creating a romantic, sexy spread of retro-inspired imaging.
Alessandra Ambrosio for Arkitect Clothing
4. Alessandra Ambrosio
Brand: Arkitect Clothing
Although she wears more conservative garb than we are used to seeing, Ambrosio is still a vision of perfection for this spread. Her eyes could probably end a man's lie. The photography here is particularly amazing, highlighting the rosy color of Ambrosio's skin.
Ashley Sky by Terry Richardson
3. Ashley Sky
Photographer: Terry Richardson
Sky turned it up at Mr. Richardson's studio. We would expect nothing less.
Miranda Kerr for Vogue Australia by Miguel Reveriego
2. Miranda Kerr
Photographer: Miguel Reveriego
Publication: Vogue Australia
It's always a good day when a new Miranda Kerr shoot comes out. In this spread, she looks elegant in evening gowns and a jersey. We're convinced she could stun in a paper bag.
Rihanna for Elle UK by Mariano Vivanco
1. Rihanna
Photographer: Mariano Vivanco
Publication: Elle UK
The beautiful songstress stars in this sexy spread wearing mod looks we've never see her rock with a carefree attitude. She even wears a mask, looking like a sexy Catwoman. If you want more, you can always check out our February/March 2013 cover story.