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Xenia Prinzessin von Sachsen
Long live the Princess! I’m very proud to announce that my photoshoot with the beautiful Princess Xenia of Saxony for the cover of Playboy Germany is out! It’s not everyday that you get to mingle with the great-great-great-granddaughter of the last King of Saxony, Friedrich August III.
Here’s a brief sneak peek for you.
– Ana Dias
Published in Playboy Germany March 2024 Issue
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Model: Xenia Prinzessin von Sachsen; Photographer: Ana Dias; Photography Assistant: Filipe Figueiredo; Producers: Natasa Mermer, Corinna Beckmann; Production: Victor Kruger – Pop House Productions; Makeup Artist: Philipp Lawrenz; Styling: Stephan Kallaus; Video: Bahne Beliaeff
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Golden Glimpse
Meet Playmate Anastasia Murr—the golden-haired beauty with doll-like features and a touch of old-school Hollywood glamour. Think of a modern-day Michelle Pfeiffer, radiating timeless elegance.
At 25, the Odessa-born model has made Paris her home, drawing inspiration from the city’s vibrant energy as she builds her career. Now, she stuns on the cover of Playboy Netherlands’ March 2025 issue, winning hearts with her beauty and and bold presence.
Under the sun-drenched skies of Portugal, Anastasia stepped into Ana Dias’ lens for an intimate shoot where rich hues of gold and deep blue came together in perfect harmony. “I enjoyed every moment of it. Ana and her team were incredibly attentive and made me feel at ease from the very beginning,” she shares.
Modeling wasn’t always in the plan. A chance encounter with a French photographer in Ukraine led her in front of the camera, and everything changed. “I didn’t start as a nude model, but over time, I grew more confident. Now, I absolutely love it. It’s given me a whole new level of self-acceptance,” she reveals.
Away from the spotlight, Anastasia finds balance through athletics, yoga, and Pilates. A deep thinker, she’s drawn to psychology and esotericism, always searching for new ideas and perspectives. “I believe we already have everything we need to be happy. Even when life gets tough, I remind myself that things usually work out for the best,” she says.
Step into Anastasia Murr’s world of beauty, confidence, and self-discovery in her dazzling Playboy debut!
First published in Playboy Netherlands March 2025 Issue
Also published in Playboy Germany June 2025 Issue; Playboy Czech Republic April 2026 Issue
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Model: Anastasia Murr; Photographer: Ana Dias; Producer: Gonçalo Jorge; Assistant: David Sousa; Makeup & Hair: Claudia Fonseca– Team Raquel Batalha; Video: Filipe Figueiredo
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Hey, Miki!
This was one of the most special photo shoots in my career as a photographer. I’d been eager to work with Miki Hamano for a while. I had seen her in other projects, and her face was etched in my mind. She’s not only incredibly gorgeous and talented but there’s something special about her beauty that really gets to me.
So, you can imagine my excitement when Erica told me that Miki was going to be the Playmate of March, and I’d be the lucky one to photograph her. It felt like a dream come true! As for the moodboard, it didn’t take us long to envision an 80s-inspired Americana vibe, complete with a cool sports car reminiscent of Miami Vice, lollipops, and stylized pieces.
After a bunch of back-and-forths, we settled on the location – a luxurious modern villa in Malibu – and the car, the one I’d been secretly yearning for, a white Chevrolet Corvette!
The shooting was scheduled for October 29, 2018. On the 26th, Jorge and I were already on a flight from Lisbon to California, a mix of excitement and jitters filling the air. On the big day, I woke up early to prepare for the shoot. We stayed at a hotel in Hollywood, knowing we had to hit the road more than an hour early to beat the Monday traffic. We cruised while listening to David Bowie, my personal muse for keeping my creativity flowing.
I must admit; I was a bundle of nerves that morning. Part of it was the deep admiration I had for Miki, and the other part was my determination to make this editorial the best it could be. Luckily, I had Gonçalo, who was my “ground control,” providing moral support from the other side of the ocean, and Jorge, right there with me, pumping me up. All I had to do was what I do best – capturing the beauty of a stunning woman in a surreal setting.
And, well, it all came together perfectly. Miki exceeded all expectations, making my job a breeze and contributing to an absolutely amazing final result. The entire team was incredible, working tirelessly to ensure the shoot’s success. Plus, having the super talented videographer, Eric Longden, on board added an extra layer of awesomeness to the whole experience.
– Ana Dias
BTS photos by Jorge Teixeira
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Model: Miki Hamano; Photographer: Ana Dias; Photography Director: Anna Wilson; Art Director: Erica Loewy; Photography Assistant: Jorge Teixeira; Styling: Kelley Ash; Makeup & Hair: Bree Stanchfield; Staff Photography and Video: Evan Woods; Photo Coordinator: Sandra Evans; Video: Eric Longden
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