Model Miranda Kerr goes topless in racy sea photoshoot

She appears to be using her hands to partially protect her modesty – but leaves her right breast open to the elements.

However, the catwalk siren won’t please fans by hiding her assets behind a black strip.

Miranda’s semi-nude swim was a far cry from the fully-clothed model who roamed the streets of Los Angeles at the weekend.

She was clad head-to-toe in stylish clobber on a photo shoot to promote designer Paul Smith.

The pin-up sported slicked-back hair, oversized shades, baggy trousers and a trendy leather jacket as she strutted her stuff on Melrose Avenue.

She’s been a busy bee of late, travelling the globe on work assignments and high-profile social occasions.

Last month she graced the Oscars red carpet with hubby Orlando Bloom, further quashing rumours their marriage is on the rocks.