And the countdown continues – Dior have tweeted a behind-the-scenes picture from their shoot with Robert Pattinson, and we’re more than happy to announce that he’s in a bathtub and looking as handsome as ever.

Almost one month ago to the day, Dior fragrances announced actor (and ELLE heartthrob) R-Patz as the new face of their Dior Homme scent and since then we have been feverishly checking our emails to see if Rob’s delightfully broody face pops up with the official campaign pictures. Alas, Dior knows how to play hard to get, and they’re keeping us waiting until September until they release the final images.

How are they going to keep everyone’s interest until then? With a very clever advertising plan of sneak peeks and teasers, of course. This latest pic was tweeted from @Dior’s official account, reading, ‘A new story is about to start. Robert Pattinson for Dior Homme Parfum. #DiorRob.' It features Rob sporting stubble and a suit jacket, lounging in a bathtub and playfully smiling at a model (we’re assuming by those legs) sitting opposite him. Annoyingly, something in the left of the shot is blocking our view, but that’s what playing hard to get is all about – always leave you wanting more.

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