Yikes. I nearly choked on my seed toast this morning when I saw these pictures of onse Charlize Theron. I mean I knew that W magazine was going to give us a bit of an over-the-top editorial story, judging by the cover that we saw earlier in the week. But I didn't expect it to be quite so deliciously raunchy.

The sexual tension in this fashion story is palpable between Charlize and her Prometheus co-star Michael Fassbender. And it isn't pretty. It is glossy and beautiful, but also rough and filled with tension and conflicting emotions. It is testament to their acting prowess that they can communicate this in stills so comprehensively.

The story was shot by Mario Sorrenti of course, and Lynn Hirschberg did the interview and concept. And it is a goodie. Right? If somewhat voyeuristic. Charlize's hands never seem to leave the waistband of those leather trousers.

Charlize's struggle for power over her lover apparently required them to be dressed in a selection of leather pieces. And chain mail. As you do. But these are rather delicious pieces, with leather corsetry compliments of Agent Provocateur, Dolce & Gabbana and some Dior. Yum.