Nicole Richie poses for a circus inspired shoot for Elle Australia August 2014

Socialite turned fashion designer Nicole Richie is featured for a cover shoot for fashion publication Elle France's August 2014 issue. The mother of two is featured in a circus inspired shoot, and wears a Louis Vuitton embellished and feathered Spring 2014 top on the cover with denim jeans. Styled by Nicole Bonython-Hines and photographed by Justin Colt, the skinny Nicole shows off dramatic costume inspired looks from various luxe labels. The former party girl, famously known as Paris Hilton's bff now runs the House of Harlow 1960 label.

Nicole Richie poses for a circus inspired shoot for Elle Australia August 2014

Nicole Richie poses for a circus inspired shoot for Elle Australia August 2014

Nicole Richie poses for a circus inspired shoot for Elle Australia August 2014

Nicole Richie poses for a circus inspired shoot for Elle Australia August 2014