Key Takeaways

  • Cara Delevingne appears on the summer cover of Playboy.
  • She wears a striking black latex corset by Atsuko Kudo.
  • Delevingne is the first out lesbian to feature on the magazine’s print cover.
  • The issue will be available on newsstands starting July 28.

Cara Delevingne’s Playboy Cover

Cara Delevingne has made her mark as the summer cover star of Playboy magazine. In a daring display, the model, actress, and musician poses in a black latex corset designed by Atsuko Kudo, valued at $1,979. The cover shot features Delevingne holding a lit match near a cigarette in her mouth, while her other hand strategically covers her genitalia.

A Historic Moment

Delevingne’s appearance is notable for being the first time an openly lesbian woman has graced the print cover of Playboy. To celebrate this milestone, she donned the brand’s iconic Bunny suit, complete with a corset, tail, and ears, marking the first time a model has worn this outfit since Kate Moss in 2014.

Behind the Scenes

The magazine teased the cover on social media, sharing a close-up of a soapy torso adorned with tattoos, hinting at Delevingne’s identity. The caption read, “Tomorrow, get your hands on our Summer 2026 cover star.” In an interview, Delevingne expressed her comfort with her body and sexuality, stating, “I feel like I’m in more of my prime as a woman and as a sexual being.”

Creative Team and Personal Reflections

Delevingne worked with a predominantly female creative team for the shoot, which she described as empowering. She acknowledged Playboy’s traditional image as a heterosexual institution, calling her participation a rebellious act. “It felt really fun and different,” she said, highlighting the queer representation in the creative team.

Photographed by Zoey Grossman and styled by Lana Jay Lackey, Delevingne reflected on her past experiences with nudity in shoots, noting that this time felt different. “I’ve never felt more comfortable in my body and in my sexuality,” she reiterated. The summer issue of Playboy will hit newsstands on July 28, coinciding with the release of her debut album next month.