Dolce and Gabbana have released their latest ad campaign which features a sultry, vamped  up 51-year-old Madonna. The images depict Madonna as a italian housewife in midst of her domestic chores, sweeping the floor and hiding behind some washing that she’s in the process of hanging out to dry. The ad images also show the housewife’s saucy side, when she is applying her make-up in a provocative manner and stroking a cat in an clevage amplifying, strapped corset. In another she sits crying on the edge of a bed with a half packed suitcase, seemingly ready to leave her husband and family.

Earlier in the week provocative images of Sex and the City’s Kim Cattrall were seen in numerous publications, which seemed to cause mixed reactions amongst the public. Many commented that the 53 year old Sex and the City actress was too old to be dressing in such a manner and it should be left to young women. Whilst on the other hand many were quick to praise Kim Cattrall attitude, of just because she is middle aged, it doesn’t mean she can’t give young actresses and models a run for their money. I imagine that Madonna’s sexed up Dolce and Gabbana campaign may lead to the same debates, which I’m sure will prove to be no skin off Madonna’s nose she has built her career around controversy and shock tactics.

I personally think it’s great that both stars have the confidence to star in such risque shoots at 50years+. I don’t blame them one bit, I’m sure if we all looked in our 30’s at 50+, we would all be doing the same. As long as the shots are not offensive and shot in a tasteful manner then I don’t see the problem.

In both shoots the images have captured both Madonna’s and Kim Cattrall’s femininity and sensuality, showing they are powerful, desirable, naturally beautiful women.  I say fashion vamps!