I may be a bit late with this, but I just bought the latest edition of V. My bad scans and photos of it doesn't really give it the credit it deserves - you won't regret buying it.
My favorite piece is a double spread about IMG Models. Mario Sorrenti has done 30 great and almost identical shots of their best models. Very sexy.
Disclaimer: None of the photos in this section are mine - it's just a collection of great work by other people. For my work, go here.