DELICATE STATE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCA SCAVONE

SET DESIGN BY LEVE STUDIO

  1. DR. FRANCES PRENNA JONES DAY WORK  is a hard-working daily moisturiser that protects your skin, shielding and filtering out the stresses and strains of the environment.

    Eye Work Night boosts cells turnover, reduces puffiness and dark circles. Your eyes will appear fresher and more rested every morning.

    Lip Work hydrates, softens and protects, maintains natural plumpness of lips.

    Super Clean is the ultimate deep cleanser for oily or problem skin. This superb wash-off cleanser regulates oil production and soothes irritation.

    drfrancesprennajones.com

  2. DR MICHAEL PRAGER’S Urban Protect Day Oil combines brightening and tone-correcting potent Vitamin C and restorative Argan Oil. Acts as a sealant against pollutants and boosts radiance.

    Urban Protect Night Oil delivers the deepest treatment to the skin. Retinol helps boost collagen and reduce fine lines. Evening Primrose, Rosehip, Argan oil and Vitamin E deliver extreme nourishment

    Urban Protect Acid Peel Mask is a cooling, lightweight and transformative gel, that is effective yet gentle. Combining highly advanced active ingredients to exfoliate, moisturise, plump and brighten your skin.

    Urban Protect Antioxidant Serum leaves skin brighter, tighter and smoothed. Contains high potency Vitamin C which revitalises, helps to correct skin tone, detoxifies and hydrates.

    pragerskincare.com

  3. INDIE LEE Squalane Facial Oil improves the appearance of skin elasticity, texture and tone with this readily absorbed, 100% pure, Olive derived Squalane.

    Radiance Renewal Peel reveals a brighter, more even-toned complexion with this Vitamin C rich exfoliating blend of Java Plum and Banana extracts, leaving skin looking soft, supple and luminous. 

    Lip Treat antioxidant-rich conditioning balm not only soothes and protects, it keeps lips feeling smooth and supple.

    indielee.com

  4. REFLEKT Daily Exfolianting Face Wash is formulated with clean ingredients that cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates to help you achieve the balance your skin craves.

    reflektskincare.com

  5. VINTERSDAUGHTER’S Porcelain Cup

    vintnersdaughter.com

  6. TERESA TARMEY'S Peptides Treatment makes skin feel firmer, revitalises and replenishes it, visibly evens out the skin tone and boosts hydration. Is a potent procedure that leaves your skin plumped and glowing.

    24ct Gold Plated Massage Tool maximises the Peptide Treatment’s potency by vibrating the product into skin.

    teresatarmey.com

  7. THE NUE CO. Prebiotic + Probiotic delivers 15 billion spores per dose and was formulated specifically to help combat symptoms of IBS + long-term digestive issues and to improve your gut health.

    Topical - C is a powdered vitamin c supplement for your face. Proven to boost collagen, fight sun damage, and firm skin, it dissolves + activates when mixed with your existing moisturizer or face serum. 

    thenueco.com

  8. CODAGE Concentrated Skin Recovery Body Milk is a powerful booster to skin regeneration specially formulated to soothe and repair skin that is irritated and weakened, especially by the cold, sunburn, burns, epilation or an abrasive aesthetic procedure.

    Serum N°03 is a genuine elixir of cellular replenishment, especially formulated to detoxify and restore brightness to lacklustre skin. A concentrate of active nutrition, this skincare quickly erases signs of fatigue and revitalizes skin. 

    codageparis.com

  9. INDIE LEE Daily Vitamin Infusion is a ceramide-enriched daily facial oil will soothe and brighten complexion. This rich blend of oils help rejuvenate skin while Vitamin C promotes a more even skin tone.

    Lip Treat antioxidant-rich conditioning balm not only soothes and protects, it keeps lips feeling smooth and supple.

    indielee.com

  10. EIGHTH DAY Cleansing gel is a gentle, foaming gel cleanser. Draws out pollutants and excess oils. 

    Dark Spot targets and corrects uneven skin tone and visible discolorations.

    Lux moisturizer is loaded with powerful antioxidants and nourishing nutrients to help firm the skin's appearance and minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles.

    eighthdayskin.com

  11. BIOEFFECT EGF Essence is a light facial essence that leaves skin soft, hydrated and healthy-looking.

    bioeffect.com

  12. AYUNA’S Natural Rejuvenating Treatment is formula that targets a range of skin functions and expand the potential benefits obtained from botanical ingredients by incorporating the science of Phyto-peptides and Plasmas Rich in Botanical Cell Factors, including those of Green Carrot, Arabian Cotton and Pomegranate.

    High Protein Cream-in-Oil Peel is an incredibly lavish cream texture that works in three phases: First as a proteic exfoliant, based in Alpha-amino acids (Aspartic and Glutamic acids), that releases potent renewing benefits when it comes in contact with the skin. Next, a gentle, grain-free gommage quickly and effectively polishes and rejuvenates the skin’s appearance. Lastly, the formula transforms into an oleo-essence finish that leaves the skin remarkably soft to the touch.

    eu.ayuna.co

  13. ODCITÉ Pomegranate Rose Geranium Serum Concentrate is an ultimate moisturizing and nourishing serum that helps to achieve optimum hydration. In aromatherapy, Rose Geranium is known for harmonizing emotions & improving the mood.

    Aventurine Kiss Lip Serum is formulated for the vertical lines of the lip area, to prevent dryness and help plump the look of lips. Super-antioxidant CoQ10 is known for its ability to invigorate skin for a plumper and firmer look.

    odacite.com

  14. DARPHIN Aromatinc Cleansing Balm dissolves makeup and oil. Oil texture can dissolve excess oil (oil-soluble) and regulate oil production on skinCleanses impurities and pollution without stripping or irritating.

    darphin.eu

  15. LA PRAIRIE White Caviar Eye Extraordinairie helps the light and how it interacts with the planes of the face – and in particular the graceful curve of the brow, the arc of the lid, the mystery of the lash line – is the defining element of the eye’s architecture. 

    White Caviar Illuminating Pearl Infussion is an exclusive formula of serum that targets age spots, redness, and greyness – the three chromatic light-barriers to a luminous complexion.

    White Caviar Crème Extraordinaire is a lavish cream infused with Lumidose, the extraordinary molecule of light. It helps skin reach new levels of luminosity and evenness — measurable in two weeks, visible in four, extraordinary in eight.

    laprairie.com

  16. AMPLY’S Meadow Dew Bio-Fermented Facial Essence supercharges your skincare regime by aiding collagen production, plumping and bathing the skin in highly nourishing amino acids and antioxidants

    amlybotanicals.co.uk

VIOLET SENSE

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTA MARINOTTI

SET DESIGN BY ALESSANDRO REBORA

  1. DE CURE N. EYES is a powerful serum that will help those that struggle with ”tired” eyes. Look and feel more awake and radiant. No dark circles. No puffiness. No wrinkles.

    N.PUR3 will boost your skin with energy, nourishment, and radiance, while treating conditions of acne or other imbalances.

    decure.com

  2. RAW PINTO’S knitted cashmere and liberty tana lawn eye mask is handcrafted from the finest British yarn with a strong focus on quality & craftsmanship and extremely soft. This luxurious eye mask helps block out light to enhance sleeping and is a great accompaniment to travellers that is both comforting and calming.

    rowpinto.com

  3. MZ SKIN Tone and Lift is a face roller made with germanium, a key ingredient in activating and balancing the positive and negative ions responsible for ageing, simultaneously defending skin from surrounding environmental aggressors.

    mzskin.com

  4. The TriAngle by NURSE JAMIE is a unique sonic face massager that helps to refresh your face by targeting the most problematic areas, including your eye area, brows, liplines, cheeks and chin.

    nursejamie.com

  5. DARPHIN’S Multi-corrective cream with rare, anti-aging Sea Emerald to target all the signs that alter the youthfulness of the face for a visibly younger, smoother, firmer, more lifted and brighter appearance.

    darphin.eu

  6. FOREO’S  LUNA 3 blasts away dirt, oil and makeup residue in only one minute. With an improved design that offers longer and softer silicone touchpoints and app-connected firming massage routines.

    foreo.com

  7. SHAQUDA’S Face Cleaning Brush it’s ,made from the highest quality goat hair that gently massages your skin as it cleans. The fine, rich foam helps retain moisture to soothe and enhance your radiant soft skin.

    Body brush short is a rich and soft quality goat hair brush conveniently compact to fit your palm. Excellent for washing those areas that require a firmer hand such as neck and décolleté.

    STD1 Brush Stand is a simple and elegant walnut brush holder designed to harmonize in your living room, bedroom or any decor.

    AYUNA’S Nourishing Artisan Soap provides an extra soft, creamy cleanse that is ideal for all skin types. The formula is enriched with botanical Activated Carbon to provide the skin with a deep detox: it absorbs (attracts and clings to) impurities, excess sebum and toxins. 

    boutique.shaquda.jp

    eu.ayuna.co

  8. KJAER WEIS' 'The Beautiful Oil' will give your complexion a youthful glow. Crafted by a family-run group of formulators in provincial Italy, and packed with certified organic raw ingredients to ensure the highest potency, this nourishing elixir replenishes and renews dry skin.

    kjaerweis.com

    NURSE JAMIE’S Beauty Bear Age Defy Memory Foam Pillow fights wrinkles while you sleep, reinforces good sleeping habits, not wrinkles and dream your way to more youthful looking skin.

    nursejamie.com

  9. ESTĒE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair Intense Reset Concentrate is a revolutionary treatment that quickly restores a regenerated and naturally beautiful appearance to the skin. It immerses the skin in intense hydration for 24 hours, thanks to the power of 15 times concentrated Hyaluronic Acid.

    esteelauder.it

  10. PHOTO GENICS AND CO No. 4 Betel Concrete Candle is hand made with high-grade coconut oil wax exudes top notes of cypress, bergamot, and lavender; middle notes of tobacco, fir needle, and hyacinth; and finishing notes of darjeeling, jasmine, and rosewood in a large concrete vessel.

    photogenicsandco.com

  11. MIZENSIR Perfect Oud is the memory of this burnt wood for which Alberto Morillas made the decision not to include any oud wood essence. “Perfect Oud” is an emotion. A scent of leather and smoke which penetrates the skin and linens

    mizensir.com

  12. VILHELM Dear Polly is a scent of black tea and the crispiness of morning light, slowly easing away the night that still clings to the senses. Ceylon black tea immediately warms the skin while sensuous musk simmers below.

    vilhelmparfumerie.com

  13. EX NIHILO Citizen X is the incarnation of a new contemporary allure. An enveloping and reassuring heart of Iris. Incense’s woody notes mingle with the sensuality of Musk to blossom into a bold background.

    ex-nihilo-paris.com

  14. PHOTO GENICS AND CO No. 5 Pavot Interior Mist is made with a potent blend of essential oils to create a long lasting home fragrance that will fill any room with a unique, custom scent.

    photogenicsandco.com

  15. DIPTYQUE’S Luxurious hand balm is a refined, silky, protective. exquisitely mild, this delicious balm heals dry hands and is infused with almonds and cordoba apricot. A blessing for hands as well as dry, rough areas on the body.

    Infused Face Oil boosts radiance, revitalizes, and smoothes. Infused with white iris extract and rose petals, this dry oil restores the skin’s natural vitality. Drop after drop, lines are smoothed out and the skin tone reveals its true healthy radiance.

    diptyqueparis.com

  16. The House of CREED releases Royal Mayfair, a vaulted scent bespoke for the Duke of Windsor. Royal Mayfair debuts nearly 80 years after its original commission as one of the brand's most coveted accords. Known as London's most posh neighborhood, Mayfair thrives as one of the globe's most desirable fashion hubs, toting high-end labels that attract the super-stylish and elite

    creedfragrances.co.uk

FAMILY AFFAIRS

PHOTOGRAPHY ALESSIO KEILTY

SET DESIGN VIRGINIA GUIOTTO

  1. SISLEY’S Masque Givre au Tilleul is a soothing mask particularly suitable for sensitive skin. This cream mask with softening properties relaxes the features and eliminates signs of tiredness from the face, uniforms the complexion and gives brightness.

    sisley-paris.com

  2. UBUNA’S Intensive Hydratating serum blends our ceramide antiBody complex with a fusion of triple Hyaluronic Acids and derivatized Amino Acids to provide deep, intensive moisture. Skin will look smoother and plumper and feel intensely hydrated.

    ubunabeauty.com

  3. REN’S Clean Screen Mineral SPF30 is the result of six years of research into an SPF that's good for skin and the cleanest possible to the planet. It is a no-shine, sensitive-skin-friendly and sun protection, all in a cream that's easily absorbed, and easily incorporated into your daily skincare routine.

    renskincare.com

  4. DERMAROLLER HC902's tiny microneedles remove old skin scales, deposits and blockages of the uppermost skin layer, the epidermis. Your skin complexion will become more refined, radiant and transparent again.

    dermarollerbest.com

  5. DR. BARBARA STURM’S Sun Drops protects the skin from oxidative damage and promotes the regeneration of damaged cell structures. Containing an active complex of Vitamin E and Beta-Glucan.

    Hyaluronic Serum is infused with long- and short-chain Hyaluronic molecules that deeply penetrate the skin for intense hydration. It diminishes the appearance of imperfections and wrinkles for a firmer, more radiant-looking complexion.

    dr-barbara-sturm.com

  6. REN’S Anti Wrinkle Concentrate is an an anti-ageing oil serum for mature skin that combats the appearance of wrinkles and age spots. Developed using a gentle yet potent mix of ingredients, leaves the complexion visibly younger-looking, smoother and brighter, yet being gentle to skin.

    renskincare.com

  7. STACKED SKINCARE Exfoliation Tool gently removes dead skin and peach fuzz. This sleek sustainable device gives you professional results right at home, revealing a more radiant and glowing complexion.

    stackedskincare.com

  8. STACKED SKINCARE Microneedling Face Refining Tool 2.0 refines uneven texture, visibly lifts dark spots, and supports younger-looking skin. For all skin types. Ideal for fine lines, dark spots and acne-scarring concerns.

    stackedskincare.com

  9. TERESA TARMEY'S Peptides Treatment makes skin feel firmer, revitalises and replenishes it, visibly evens out the skin tone and boosts hydration. Is a potent procedure that leaves your skin plumped and glowing. www.teresatarmey.com

  10. TATA HARPER’S Resurfarcing Mask is a glow-giving treatment that instantly restores radiance to skin. Best for blocked pores, dull, or rough skin.

    Hydrating Floral Mask is an hyper-hydrating mask with 1,000 sizes of hyaluronic acid to recharge dry skin, replenish lost moisture and deliver thirst-quenching hydration.

    Hydrating Hyaluronic Gel is engineered to drench skin in intense but ultra-lightweight hydration with Gel Water Technology, powered by Chia Seed Water, Marsh Samphire, and Tremella Mushroom, that replenishes and restores moisture levels weightlessly. 

    tataharperskincare.com 

  11. DR MICHAEL PRAGER’S Urban Protect Night Oil is a nutrient packed face oil that delivers the deepest treatment to the skin. Retinol helps boost collagen and reduce fine lines. Evening Primrose, Rosehip, Argan oil and Vitamin E deliver extreme nourishment.

    Urban Protect Anitoxidant Serum leaves skin brighter, tighter and smoothed. Contains high potency Vitamin C which revitalises, helps to correct skin tone, detoxifies and hydrates.

    pragerskincare.com

  12. SEPAI’S Counter Clockwise is a facial serum that refines the pore through a soft and persistent exfoliating effect. It acts together with a set of assets that illuminate the skin tone and improve the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines.

    sepai.eu

ORDER, UNTITLED

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATTIA GREGHI

 
 

1. SHAQUDA’S body brush short is a rich and soft quality goat hair brush conveniently compact to fit your palm. Excellent for washing those areas that require a firmer hand such as neck and décolleté.

boutique.shaquda.jp

2. SHAQUDA’S face cleaning brush it’s ,made from the highest quality goat hair that gently massages your skin as it cleans. The fine, rich foam helps retain moisture to soothe and enhance your radiant soft skin.

boutique.shaquda.jp

3, 4. OLVERUM’S Body oil is a rich, nourishing therapeutic oil which absorbs quickly yet provides exquisite moisturisation.

This sublimely aromatic formulation is expertly crafted with over 30 essential and cold-pressed botanical oils, including antioxidant-rich raspberry seed oil, and Alaria esculenta extract, which is known to boost the synthesis of collagen, preserving skin’s elasticity.

olverum.com

5. ELIXSIERI Opening Act oil is a powerful yet gentle exfoliator and the essential first step in any serious skin treatment system. Opening Act works while you sleep to remove dead cells, cellular debris and product build-up, helping all your other skin care products to work more effectively.

  • For skins in need of a little lift, this condensed yet fast-penetrating serum infuses your skin with an optimal cocktail of innovative firming ingredients. Firm Conviction offers instant firming, lifting and tightening effects that last up to 5 hours, while long-term shaping and contouring actions build up over 28 days.

  • This soft creamy serum is formulated to smooth away those pesky lines and wrinkles so common of dry skin. From the first application, Smooth Player gets to work to eliminate dryness, erase fine lines and diminish the appearance of more persistent wrinkles and furrows.

  • Skin Meditation is ideal for those looking to soothe, detox and re-balance their skin during periods of high stress, pollution, hormonal changes, sun exposure or to offset toxic lifestyle choices. Skin Meditation reinforces your skin’s lipid barrier, reducing ruddiness and boosting clarity and luminosity.

    www.elixseri.com

6. ENVIRON’S cosmetic gold roll was specially crafted for use on areas of your face that demand extra special care such as the delicate skin around your eyes, nose and mouth.

environskincare.com

7. CLIVE’S CHRISTIAN XXI Art Deco is a bold, bright and zesty perfume that opens with brilliant burst of citrus, a dash of Bergamot and Basil to inject a surge of energy to the top. Exotic, warm spices from Clove, Ginger and Nutmeg merge with a hint of Oakwood inspired by the Brandy barrels of prohibition era.

  • Original collection Masuline edition is a distinctive perfume that combines Cardamom, Orris and Cinnamon to create a spicy, woody perfume. Its soft, warm heart note makes it equally appealing to both men and women.

clivechristian.com

8. Reminiscent of a wedding bouquet, Fleurissimo from CREED is both romantic and elegant. Fresh notes of sparkling bergamot give way to a sophisticated floral signature that marries tuberose, violet, iris and Bulgarian rose in a glamourous feminine Eau de Parfum.

creedfragrances.co.uk

9. Knitted cashmere and liberty tana lawn eye mask, handcrafted from the finest British yarn with a strong focus on quality & craftsmanship and extremely soft. This luxurious eye mask helps block out light to enhance sleeping and is a great accompaniment to travellers that is both comforting and calming.

rowpinto.com

10. FORNASETTI candles are made with the highest quality materials mixing the unique design of the Italian artist with premium home fragrances for a multi-censorial experience.

fornasetti.com

11. LE LABO’S Baie 19 is that magical feeling during heavy rain after a long dry spell, and it’s one of the most beautiful olfactive phenomena in nature. There are many reasons for this, including the ozone in the air, the negative ions, but most importantly the release of oil secretions from certain plants, accumulated after a long dry period.

lelabofragrances.com.au

Ikou Tschüss

PHOTOGRAPHY BY FLAVIO KARRER

STYLING BY GUYA MARINI

WORDS BY PIERPAOLO LIPPOLIS

 

Ikou Tschüss is the brand co-founded by Guya Marini and Carmen D’Apollonio in 2006, based in Zurich where their their flagship store is located.

In 2006 the two friends have decided to create a new brand focused on meaningful craftmanship and sustainable fashion. 

Ikou Tschüss is indeed a colourful and joyful perspective whose aim is to create beautiful timeless pieces with a minimum impact on the environment. Their ‘objects’ and clothes are passionately handcrafted, made with natural fibers or recycled materials. 

Ikou Tschüss is also a serious way of thinking, an alternative ‘seeing through’ clothes -and fashion.

Friendship, uniqueness & slowness are the keywords to enter in their universe.  

1) Where does the idea of Ikou Tschüss come from? 

 Two friends having fun with no plan but just a devotion for crafts, materials and beautiful surroundings.

  

2) Your fashion vision lives between clothes and handcrafted objects. Tell us about your inspirations. 

 Our inspirations come from recycled material interaction, coloured with a functional everyday elegance. The artisanal manifacturing makes these artifacts unique, each with its own peculiarities. 

The ideas mostly come from life, friends and nature, that speak to our senses, we always try to feature such special moments to be remembered.

 

3) How could a brand that considers slowness and quality as its values live in a world that travels faster every day?

 We strongly believe in slowing down everything, producing less and fair, sharing a long lasting taste again. It takes just time and love to make all these things!

 

4) Ikou Tschüss also provides a custome made section in which people can ask you about their wishes. Who is your ideal customer? 

 Once, a family in San Francisco proposed us to furnish a part of their home. They only gave us the measurements and the kind of colour directions. The rest was up to us. 

It was genial: we were totally free to creste what we liked the most and they had faith in our vision. We loved it (Hi Alex, anytime again :-) )!

 

5) In a time of climate changes and eco-alarm, what’s your idea of sustainable fashion? 

 We strive to have a positive impact on the environment through strict sustainable standards: high quality for every single piece which you’ll never give up wearing, recycling of all materials, producing locally, colouring with natural essences. 

 

6) What’s the piece that you would choose to represent the most your brand? 

 Our crocheted silk scarf with recycled yarn had the biggest impact internationally and became the signature of our brand. 

 

7) Friendship seems like an important value of your atelier. Can you tell us about your collaborations? 

Since we are both Italian, it is so significant to trust alternative perspectives and to share imageries with likeminded artists through this process and effectively creating together. Each collaboration gives birth to a new platform of experiments and takes us further in a new direction. It feels like a constantly bigger family!

www.ikoutschuss.com

RITUALS

PHOTOGRAPHY LORENZO DEL FRANCIA

STYLING AND SET DESIGN STILEMA STUDIO

BEAUTY EDITOR VALERIA AVERONO

CREATIVE DIRECTION AND PRODUCTION ROOF STUDIO

 
 

  1. VINTER’S DAUGHTER Active Botanical Serum is a powerful, multi-correctional face oil infused with 22 of the world’s most nutrient-rich botanicals. This potent concentration delivers optimal ratios of healing phytonutrients, balancing minerals, free-radical fighting antioxidants, strengthening phytoceramides, nourishing fatty acids, and brightening vitamins to renew, repair, protect, and tone the skin. www.vintnersdaughter.com

    TATA HARPER’S Hydrating Hyaluronic Gel is engineered to drench skin in intense but ultra-lightweight hydration with Gel Water Technology, powered by Chia Seed Water, Marsh Samphire, and Tremella Mushroom, that replenishes and restores moisture levels weightlessly.  www.tataharperskincare.com 

    ORVEDA’S Glow Activator Nutritive-Plumping Massage Masque is a non-oily and no-rinse-required, intensive care treatment designed to act on all the foundations that lie at the origin of beautiful, glowing skin. For dry or very dry skins prone to dehydration, including sensitive skins. www.orveda.com

  2. LELAND FRANCIS Body Serum helps to improve the skins luminosity, while also providing a potent combination of vitamins and antioxidants. Helping to promote a more youthful and radiant glow by plumping fine lines. Antimicrobial properties promote soft, clear, and bright skin. www.lelandfrancis.com

  3. VOTARY’S Super Seed Facial Oil is made from 22 different seed oils for skin that is sensitive, in hormonal flux or unsettled. Packed with natural, plant-powered goodness, it naturally addresses sensitive skin issues to give you healthy, glowing skin.

    Thick, rich and nourishing, Super Seed Cleansing Oil gently removes all traces of the day. Loaded with natural goodness, it calms and hydrates whilst deep-cleansing. It’s perfect for delicate or sensitised skin, or for use during pregnancy or at times of hormonal flux.

    Fragrance free Super Seed Nutrient Cream – Soothing, nourishing and protective care for sensitive skin that is experiencing dryness and redness. It helps to create a layered barrier between your face and the world. Deeply moisturising and protective, it leaves your skin wrapped up and ready to face any kind of weather.

    www.votary.co.uk

  4. OSKIA’S Liquid Mask Lactic Acid Micro-Peel powerfully but safely exfoliates while boosting moisture levels to rejuvenate, revitalise and brighten while your skin sleeps. An overnight radiance and conditioning peel containing 10% Lactic Acid, super-nutrients, multi-vitamins and anti-oxidants to visibly illuminate and improve skin condition and texture. 

    www.oskiaskincare.com

    DR MICHAEL PRAGER’S Urban Protect Day Moisturiser Seamlessly sinks in and delivers nourishment and protection at the deepest level. Lightweight yet packed with powerful properties, this highly effective moisturiser creates a shield against external skin stressors. www.drmichaelprager.com 

    LE PRUNIER’S Plum Beauty Oil is an anti-aging, multi-purpose oil that balances, restores and refreshes the skin. Luxurious in texture, quick absorbing and weightless on the skin, it helps calm irritation and seal in moisture without clogging pores. www.leprunier.com

  5. ARMANI BEAUTY Ecstasy Shine Lipstick is a vibrant lip cream that moisturises lips like a balm, while applying weightless bold vibrant lip color with the shine of a lip gloss. www.armanibeauty.it

  6. PLENTINESS White Sage is a plant that grows in the desert between California and Mexico, considered sacred by Native Americans. Dried and grouped in bunches, it’s also called "smudge stick" and can be used by lighting it like an incense, to purify spaces and eliminate negative energy. www.plentiness.com

  7. DE MAMIEL’S Dewy Facial Mist is an invigorating mist that delivers instant, soothing hydration to energise the skin. The unique blend uses calming essential oils and potent phytonutrients to replenish and refresh the skin and de-stress the skin and mind. www.demamiel.com

    SEED TO SKIN Night Time Recovery System is an active light eye cream formula that acts as a long term cure working profoundly to fight all visible signs of ageing around the delicate eye area. Targets cell regeneration, skin drainage and improved circulation. seedtoskin.com

    TERESA TARMEY'S Peptides Treatment makes skin feel firmer, revitalises and replenishes it, visibly evens out the skin tone and boosts hydration. Is a potent procedure that leaves your skin plumped and glowing. www.teresatarmey.com

  8. AEO’S Cleansing Oil dé-Maq is a transforming blend of premium-grade organic and biodynamic oils and plant extracts with a revolutionary formula that helps normal/dry skin retain optimal moisture with the pure power of plants, as well as balancing oily/combination skin types. www.aeos.net

ROOMS

PHOTOGRAPHY ALEJANDRO OTERO

STYLING SEBASTIAN PALOMARES

  1. Embroidery net dress Mario Dice, white popeline shirt Prada.

  2. Heart corset long gown Pronovias, black leather trousers Bottega Veneta.

  3. Silk long gown Atelier Emé, double breast wool blazer Valentino.

  4. Geometric cotton dress Giovanni Bedin, sartorial wool trousers Jil Sander, black leather belt stylist own.

  5. Satine ligne blue dress Alcoolique, silk pijama shirt Dries Van Noten.

SUNDAZED

 

PHOTOGRAPHY CARLO PIRO

STYLING MARIANNA KARATHANASI

1. Floraïku rediscovers ancient Japanese perfume practices with a touch of poetic rêverie. Inspired by the Kōdō ceremony (the art of burning incense), this 'My Shadow on the Wall' Eau de Parfum represents a moment of sharing and playing, and is infused with powdery Violet, peppery Sandalwood and soft Mimosa that linger on the skin all day. Gold set rings Atelier VM. us.floraiku.com

2, 3, 4. Eau de Parfum Boucheron Patchouli D'Angkor Collection is a trip to the Angkor Temples in Southeast Asia, a place of ancient trees, free and wild vegetation, where there are pure jewels such as the Patchouli. The fragrance is a musky floral aroma. In the release notes, Jasmine's floral glow reigns. eu.boucheron.com

Biologiche Recherche Serum Matriciel Visage provides an immediate tightening effect which improves skin tone and tension. Visibly reduces the signs of aging. It provides immediate and lasting results on the cheeks, jowls, neck and oval of the face. biologique-recherche.com

Dr. Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Hydration Booster Features super humectant Hyaluronic Acid, barriersealing and protecting Watermelon Extract and Centella Asiatica, and new moisture-boosting Marine Algae, this liquid formula infuses the skin with weightless hydration to help smooth the appearance of dry fine lines and rough texture, leaving you with luxuriously soft, dewy, plumper-looking skin. drdennisgross.com

In a psychosomatic journey of free love, Sundazed from Byredo catapults through sunny top notes of mandarin and Californian lemon to a bold heart of neroli and Arabian jasmine. Like cotton candy, a cascade of white musk injects this citrus scent with the endorphin rush of sugar on skin. www.byredo.com

Smooth and luxurious, Royal Fern’s Phytoactive Anti-Aging Cream starts revitalizing the skin from the very first application. It works to moisturize, inhibit the breakdown of collagen and elastin, and stimulate the skin's own collagen production – in the process, minimizing uneven pigmentation and providing a radiant, more even complexion. royalfern.com

silk turquoise top Prada stylist archive, sartorial wool trousers Caclaterra, leather low pumps Valentino.

5. Aqua di Parma Ambra is a new and sophisticated fragrance, which draws its sensuality from the rare and ancient essence of ambergris, which takes years to develop through the natural forces of the ocean and wind.

Aqua di Parma shaving brush is a unique object that combines quality, design and functionality. Powered handmade in Italy, it is calibrated in size with a diameter of 24mm, to offer full control and easy handling.

Aqua di Parma razor is the result of the best Italian craftsmanship, it combines ergonomics and design. The weight distribution on the bottom of the handle allows a stable handle. The precision of the articulated head that follows the profile of the face ensures an optimal shave. acquadiparma.com

6. Raw cut wool blazer Annakiki, silk top Prada stylist archive, nylon oversized trousers Marni.

7. Boucheron's Orange de Bahia emanates from the effervescent alleys of the tropical Brazilian state swaying to the rhythm of the samba and axé music for which it is known. This multi-faceted green-floral-citrus eau de parfum infuses a zesty sparkling freshness and a unique sugary sweetness. eu.boucheron.com

8. Jo Malone Bronze wood and leather is encased in a medley of woods.At once smoky and warm, bronzed by the sun’s evening rays. Enlivened with vibrant juniper and fresh grapefruit. A mysterious twist of vetiver, left lingering in the air. jomalone.eu

Invigorate your senses with the captivating CDG 2 Eau De Parfum fragrance by Comme des Garçons.This invigorating fusion features a base scent of incense and amber, while labdanum, cedarwood and patchouli form a beautiful blend with top notes of vetiver, magnolia and angelica root for a fresh yet aromatic scent that will take you effortlessly from daytime to evening .hconranshop.co.uk

Boucheron's Orange de Bahia emanates from the effervescent alleys of the tropical Brazilian state swaying to the rhythm of the samba and axé music for which it is known. This multi-faceted green-floral-citrus eau de parfum infuses a zesty sparkling freshness and a unique sugary sweetness. eu.boucheron.com

In a psychosomatic journey of free love, Sundazed from Byredo catapults through sunny top notes of mandarin and Californian lemon to a bold heart of neroli and Arabian jasmine. Like cotton candy, a cascade of white musk injects this citrus scent with the endorphin rush of sugar on skin. byredo.com

Aqua di Parma Ambra is a new and sophisticated fragrance, which draws its sensuality from the rare and ancient essence of ambergris, which takes years to develop through the natural forces of the ocean and wind. acquadiparma.com

Un Jardin sur la Lagune from Hermes is a garden of dreams, caressing and vibrant. A floral, woody Eau de Toilette, evoking flowering trees (magnolias, pittosporums), musks and Madonna lilies. www.hermes.com

111SKIN's lightweight moisturizer revitalizes your skin while protecting it from extreme environmental damage. An advanced vitamin complex repairs areas of damage, while Hyaluronic Acid restores volume for a plumper, more youthful-looking complexion. eu.111skin.com

9, 10. Luminous and sophisticated, Baccarat Rouge 540 from Maison Francis Kurkdijan lays on the skin like an amber, floral and woody breeze. A poetic alchemy. A graphic and highly condensed signature. www.franciskurkdjian.com

The Gold Rescue Cream from Omorovicza harnesses the curative power of colloidal gold to dramatically reduce the appearance of micro-damage and restore elasticity. This intensely nourishing barrier cream nourishes deeply so that even the most dehydrated of complexions feels revitalised and rejuvenated. www.omorovicza.com

The nourishing Gold Eye Lift from Omorovicza harnesses the curative power of colloidal gold and Vitamin A to lend the eye contour a dramatically lifted and firmer appearance. Vitamin C brightens tone and reduces dark circles in the delicate eye contour. www.omorovicza.com

Say Yes – The new fragrance from the Swedish perfume house Agonist is a celebration of the art of Saying Yes to life. Say Yes is a scent that triggers positive change in you and in the world around us. The fragrance embraces you with energy to feel brave, have trust and share joy and happiness. agonistparfums.com

Wool turtleneck Calcaterra, sartorial wool trousers Maliparmi, low leather pumps Valentino.

11, 12. Nomade Eau de Toilette from Chloe is inspired by the sense of freedom. A joyful and carefree encounter, expressed by the captivating look of the woman who embodies the intensity of this moment. A strong and adventurous identity, like the Chloé woman - modern, sunny and natural with timeless elegance. www.chloe.com

Warm wind, shadows blown away, Sleeping on the Roof Eau de Parfum from Floraïku is a unisex floral fragrance. Lily-of-the valley and zesty orange fuses with the gourmand warmth of amber for a sultry down. us.floraiku.com

Burberry Her from Burberry is an “Eau de Parfum” for women that is included in the Frutal Gourmand family. Launched in 2018 by perfumer Francis Kurkdjan, it represents the style and lively spirit of London, his hometown. www.burberry.com

Stella Eau de Toilette has the same feminine spirit as STELLA Eau de Parfum, but replaces the central notes of rose with an elegant essence of damask rose that refers to the flower still wet with dew and illuminated by the rays of the sun. Enhanced by a background of green notes, this intense and bold composition gives life to a younger and fresher fragrance stellamccartney.com

Say Yes – The new fragrance from the Swedish perfume house Agonist is a celebration of the art of Saying Yes to life. Say Yes is a scent that triggers positive change in you and in the world around us. The fragrance embraces you with energy to feel brave, have trust and share joy and happiness. agonistparfums.com

Cellcosmet Precious Mask helps to restore skin's freshness and radiance. Brightens and harmonizes skin tones and reduces the size of the pores with a complex of specific clays and precious earth from the Amazon. cellcosmet-cellmen.com

Velvet draped turtleneck Annakiki, Sartorial panel trousers Archivio.

13. Cashmere menswear cardigan Doppiaa, sartorial wool trousers Archivio.

14. Stella McCartney Stella Eau de Parfum is based on the contrast between the freshness and softness of the rose, and the sensuality of dark amber, Stella is a sophisticated perfume focused on an intense sense of femininity. stellamccartney.com

Argentum Apothecary’s La Lune De Velours is a deeply nourishing oil milk cleanser that leaves skin feeling cushioned, supple and visibly healthier, delivering hydration whilst effectively removing make-up. ARgENTUM has infused La Lune De Velours with their patented fusion of Silver Hydrosol & DNA HP, and enhanced the formula with organic Argan Oil, Sweet Almond Oil and Vitamin E, to create a magical cleansing experience. argentumapothecary.com

15. Susanne Kaufmann Lifting A Mask contains an intelligent combination of active botanical substances and cosmeceuticals that have a particularly intensive effect on the skin. One example is the natural cell protection shield ectoine, which delays the aging of the skin. www.susannekaufmann.com

 

03.11

PHOTOGRAPHY GAIA BONANOMI

STYLING ALESSANDRO REBORA

  1. Left: Check turtleneck BARBOUR, brushed wool coat TELA, wide leg trousers COS, wool ribbed socks MARIA LA ROSA,.

    Right: Leather trousers MARNI.

  2. Left: Wool ribbed long dress and wool shirt neck coat FAY.

    Right: Ribbed turtleneck BOTTEGA VENETA, stripped wool cardigan PLAN C, wool portfolio skirt GIANLUCA CAPANNOLO.

  3. Left: Leather panel coat AGNONA, ribbed turtleneck BOTTEGA VENETA, stripped wool cardigan PLAN C, wool portfolio skirt GIANLUCA CAPANNOLO.

    Right: Down jacket and oversized leather trousers MARNI.

  4. Left: Wool oversized coat, turtleneck and trousers AGNONA.

    Right: Leather trench coat FAY, ribbed wool turtleneck TOD’S, sartorial wool trousers AGNONA.

  5. Left: Sartorial wool jacket and trousers and ribbed wool turtleneck BOTTEGA VENETA.

    Right: Satin light blue dress GENNY, V neck wool pullover PLAN C.

  6. Left: Cotton t.shirt stylist own, cashmere camel cardigan Liviana Conti.

    Right: Velvet coat CIVIDINI, silk dress TRUSSARDI, sartorial wool trousers BOTTEGA VENETA.

  7. Left: Ribbed wool turtleneck and melange oversized cardigan PLAN C, wool cardigan ATTIC AND BARN.

    Right: Melange wool coat FAY, oversized wool turtleneck AGNONA, check cotton skirt SISLEY.

  8. Left: Velvet coat CIVIDINI, silk dress TRUSSARDI, sartorial wool trousers BOTTEGA VENETA.

    Right: Cotton t.shirt stylist own, V neck wool pullover PLAN C.

  9. Left: Down jacket and oversized leather trousers MARNI.

    Right: Wool oversized coat, turtleneck and trousers AGNONA.

Model: Tais Benatti @ Monster

HIM / TAKING CARE

PHOTOGRAPHED BY RICCARDO MERONI

  1. Brushed anthracite wool suit and white popeline shirt Canali, black satin scarf Dior Homme.

  2. Ermenegildo Zegna essenze Indonesian Oud eau de parfum magnifies the intensity of precious oud wood, creating a luxuriously dark and mysterious fragrance. Sensual patchouli constructs a rich complexity with lasting dimension, forming the perfect scent to wear at your next grand occasion. www.zegna.it

    Elements of Man Passion concentré eau de parfum is an intoxicating oriental woody fragrance that exudes olibanum, deepened by the spirited notes of rich rum and smooth cognac warmed over a steady flame. Invigorated by exotic saffron, amber makes itself present through the radiance of fireglow. www.zegna.it

    Madras Cardamon is a masculine and mysterious fragrance expressed through intense spice. Aromatic spice notes of cardamom, pink pepper and Zegna’s exclusive bergamot tantalize the senses, while coffee Santos, vanilla bean and ambrox add sensuality and a gourmand warmth. www.zegna.it

  3. Mila Moursi Concentrate Tenseur Lifting Serum. Progeline peptides prevent skin sagging by acting directly on the skin cells’ aging process and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Alpine Rose Stem Cells help protect precious skin cells from further UV damage. Osilift BIO adheres to the surface of the skin and creates a lifting effect that smoothes wrinkles.

    www.milamoursi.com

  4. Dries Van Noten for Frederic Malle. Belgium’s stark winter call for domestic warmth, while its history, as one of the great stages for the trade of precious raw materials, calls for a rich amalgam of textures and motifs: tea by the fire, speculoos biscuits and Indian spices inspired this comforting blend of milky sandalwood, vanilla, saffron, and sacrasol, for a lasting effect of exotic, buttery warmth. www.fredericmalle.com

  5. La Prairie reinvents caviar with the introduction of Caviar Premier. Remastered with this new caviar incarnation, Skin Caviar Luxe Cream goes beyond what was previously thought possible, offering a unique dimension of sensorial indulgence paired with never-before-seen lifting and firming. www.laprairie.com

  6. www.laprairie.com

  7. Supremÿa Eyes at Night is the ultimate Sisley’s anti-aging treatment for the eye contour area. At the heart of its formula is the Phyto-complex LC12 (12h Longevity Concentrate), a patented** combination of 4 plant-based active ingredients that works at night, the key period for cellular regeneration, to rejuvenate the eyes. www.sisley-paris.com

  8. L’artisan Parfumeur Fou D’Absinthe is the green fairy of inspiration that brings visions, madness and wanton dreams. Absinthe was the drink of Bohemian Paris. Wild nights at the Moulin Rouge were fuelled by this forbidden wormwood liquor. It embodies illicit fun, freedom of mind and a playground of contrasts. The unique element of this fragrance is the constant play of juxtapositions. It is a balanced mix of fresh and spicy with cool and woody warmth. www.artisanparfumeur.com

    Passage d’Enfer pays homage to the Parisian location of L’Artisan Parfumeur’s office in the 1970s. It conjures up images of chilled cathedral walls and echoes of rituals and incantations. Translucent lily and white musk sweeten the balsamic smoke of incense. Passage d’Enfer is also a wicked play on words, the symbolic “Hells passage”, a moment caught between two worlds. The name may be dark and unsettling, but the scent itself is tranquil and contemplative. www.artisanparfumeur.com

  9. Delicately scented with the purest quality essential oils, Czech And Speake No.88 Aftershave composition is expertly formulated for use on the face, containing mildly antiseptic properties, which help to close the pores and prevent minor skin blemishes. www.czechandspeake.com

    The luxurious blend of herbal and essential oils in the Neroli moisturising body and bathing oil has a non-greasy formulation that has been developed to help rejuvenate the skins texture whilst relaxing both mind and body. www.czechandspeake.com

  10. Brushed anthracite wool suit and white popeline shirt Canali, black satin scarf Dior Homme.

  11. Sisley’s Floral Toning Lotion is used to remove traces of make-up and cleanse the skin. Formulated with hydrolats of Rose, Cornflower, and Witch Hazel, known for their soothing and softening properties, this lotion is appropriate for dry, sensitive skin. It tones, soothes and prepares the skin for your daily skin care regimen. www.sisley-paris.com

    Phyto-Blanc Buff & Wash Facial Gel with botanical extracts rids the skin of impurities and dead surface cells that dull the complexion. Rich in natural plant extracts and essential oils, its gel texture contains Bamboo micro-particles that gently exfoliate the epidermis and smooth the skin. www.sisley-paris.com

  12. Anthracite wool coat Fendi, popeline shirt Canali, black satin scarf Dior Homme.

  13. Conforming to the expectations of his class, Duke Nelson married the most coveted girl in London: the Duchess Rose. Yet the Duke is eccentric and unusual, his whimsical airs set society tongues wagging. Rumours abound that his marriage is yet to be consummated! Penhaligons perfume is as ambivalent as he is: a floral yet masculine woody fragrance.

    www.penhaligons.com

    The Impudent Cousin Matthew First appearances can be deceptive. This eau de parfum has a pedigree that is unexpected. Mandarin is open and fresh and sparkling, patchouli gives a base that is rich and darkening. In between it’s also breezy, dazzling, vibrant, a lesson in the very best of modern refinement. Easy-going and confident, this is a fresh fragrance of consequence. www.penhaligons.com

    Lord George is a wealthy and respected man, the archetypal patriarch. He seems to embody the noblest values of the aristocracy: virtue, respect, loyalty and faithfulness.
    His fragrance reflects his essence; seemingly traditional, yet with hidden secrets.

    www.penhaligons.com

  14. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud inhabited by the Arabian magic of The Thousand and One Nights, this olfactory treasure arose from the sand, wind and gold, built on a dream of supremely elegant oud from Laos. www.franciskurkdjian.com

  15. L’Artisan Parfumeur Histoire D'Orangers body lotion deliciously melts onto the skin, leaving it silky smooth and radiant. This emulsion is perfectly suitable for all skin types, thanks to its blend of nourishing oils. The body lotion can be used on its own or in complement of your fragrance to intensify the scent. www.artisanparfumeur.com

  16. L’Homme Prada is a fragrance of pairs, of doubles, of juxtapositions and layers. The classic codes of the male Fougère are all present in Neroli, Geranium and Patchouli. Yet the interchangeable male/female Prada signatures are present, too, in the shape of Iris and Amber, the principal elements. It is a mix that is both airy and yet purposefully, highly sensual. www.prada.com

  17. Phytoactive Hydra-Firm Intense Mask contains chlorophyll and the patented Royal Fern Complex provides your skin with plenty of hydration while also brightening and regenerating. The moisture instantly penetrates into your skin, giving it a remarkably refreshed appearance: visibly smoother and more relaxed with the signs of aging lessened. www.royalfern.com

  18. The Japanese toothbrushes in horsehair of Officine Universelle Buly are the right instrument to adapt in a meticulous cleaning of the mouth. Manufactured in horsehair, their large and rounded head makes the teeth bright, while respecting even the most sensible enamels. Firm without being aggressive, these horsehair toothbrushes will make the palace impurities dance through. www.buly1803.com

    The deodorizing power of matches has been attested for centuries, notably when it comes to sanitizing the restroom’s atmosphere quickly and innocuously. This property was especially remarkable back when matches were made with sulfur. www.buly1803.com

  19. Black leather boot Marsell.

  20. French for ‘indefinable’, L’Innommable unites benzoin from Thailand, cumin and frankincense in an evasive ambery aroma. Its name and its very construction work to pinpoint a shadow that Lutens lived his life beneath: born out of wedlock in 1942 his father refused to claim him, leaving Lutens with only his mother’s name, or “no identity” as he explains. www.sergelutens.com

  21. Omorovicza Blue Diamond luxurious facial cream uses a trio of innovative ingredients - diamond peptides, arabinogalactans and a compound of essential amino-acids and copper that work to encourage skin to behave as it did in its youth – restoring vitality and fitness for greater elasticity and firmness. Deeply hydrating, skin feels dramatically firmer and appears more youthful in appearance. www.omorovicza.com

    This energising diamond eye cream simultaneously revitalises and lifts the eye contours. Using a trio of innovative ingredients - diamond peptides, arabinogalactans and a compound of essential amino-acids and copper that work to prolong the healthy life and protect the DNA of skin cells. Enriched with mimosa bark extract to tackle loss of elasticity and firmness around the upper eye lid, the eye contour appears more youthful and revitalised. www.omorovicza.com

    This restorative serum uses a trio of innovative ingredients - diamond peptides, arabinogalactans and a compound of essential amino-acids and copper that work to prolong the healthy life of skin cells, for greater elasticity and firmness. Soft and silky, the Blue Diamond Concentrate works to boost radiance, energise and thicken the skin. Complexion is smoothed and the depth of fine lines and wrinkles are reduced. www.omorovicza.com

OLATZ

PHOTOGRAPHED BY TIGRE ZHANG

VIDEO BY CHICCO JIANG

STYLED BY SEBASTIAN PALOMARES

Model Alice Zani

Hair and Make up Michela Lebowitz

Music Marco Antonio Marra

All silk pajamas by OLATZ

Olatz apparel is made with the highest quality silk. Every detail on each piece is curated by the the finest artisans, seamstresses and fabricators in the USA.

Olatz design is an expression of timeless elegance that remains loyally committed to old-world quality and textile traditions.

The Olatz collection includes pajamas, robes, slips and nightgowns.

olatz.com

ÉCLECTIQUE

PHOTOGRAPHED BY RONNI CAMPANA

STYLED BY ALESSANDRA CONTI

 
 

Model Diletta at Esprit Management

Fashion Assistant Gaia Giomarelli

HABITS

PHOTOGRAPHED BY TOMMASO MARINIELLO

CURATED BY SEBASTIAN PALOMARES

1 .This handsome volume, An Atlas of Natural Beauty by Buly 1803, goes into the virtues of the powders, oils and other natural beauty care products, including  essential advises and numerous ancestral recipes. Grey  wool trousers, beige checkered and white downs, all  Jil Sander.

Lubin Idole combines Makassar ebony, dried orange peels and Bourbon Rum. Its spices from Zanzibar warm up a refined leather note. Around this idol, the mute and hieratic figure of Nubian divinity, bark is being burnt and resins grilled. Painted bodies get carried away dancing.  // Green leather trousers, Grey swede trench coat and blue cotton shirt, all Salvatore Ferragamo, black leather belt stylist archive.

2 . Black cashmere turtleneck Hermes, White cotton shirt ATM Studio, Brown wool coat Jil Sander.

Buly’s  1803 toothbrush is made in acetate and with soft silk bristles. Their large head hosts many lines of tightly positioned hair that efficiently clean teeth while pleasantly massaging the gum.

3 .  Biologique Recherche Sérum Oligo-Protéines Marines is specifically formulated to lighten and brighten the skin. This bio marine energising and revitalising serum stimulates the natural functions of the skin and unifies the complexion. Mila Moursi Paris oxy cellular renewal cream is rich treatment for dry and devitalized skin , it restores oxygen into the skin as it brightens and improves radiance. Borage essential oil repairs and hydrates the skin while Rosewood oil’s tissue-regenerating properties helps prevent wrinkles and pre-mature aging. Intensive anti-aging peptides and stem cell cultures rejuvenate the skin and promote cell renewal. Sisley Masque Purifiant Profond absorbs excess sebum, effectively eliminates impurities and mattifies the skin, without drying it out. The pores are tightened, skin texture is more even. The skin is able to "breathe". Gucci Bloom captures the rich scent of a thriving garden filled with an abundance of flowers. Tuberose and jasmine combine with Rangoon Creeper—a unique flower discovered in South India that is being used for the first time in perfumery to create a rich fragrance that transports the wearer to an imaginary garden.

Royal Fern Phytoactive Anti-Oxidative Ampoules are filled with highly concentrated antioxidants to protect skin from environmental agressors and urban pollution. Containing plant-based, powerhouse active ingredients they reduce skin damage from free radicals. Perfect after exposing your skin to sun or intense city pollution. Brown leather jacket Ermenegildo Zegna.

4 . This ex-voto was found during archaeological excavations in Syria during the 1850s. It was most likely an offering to a Syrian deity. The dedication engraved around its wrist: “Prokla en ex-voto” means “For herself or her house, to dedicate”.
The original work is exhibited at the Louvre. As part of its collaboration with the Réunion des Musées Nationaux. Cire Trudon wax sculptures are meant to be collected rather than consumed.

Susanne Kaufmann Active Agent Concentrate clarifying contains a herbal complex of ribwort, masterwort and lime blossom. These alpine cosmeceuticals are known for their antibacterial, healing and soothing effect. Black cashmere turtleneck Hermes, light blue melange polo Ermenegildo Zegna, Camell wool turtleneck Jil Sander

5 . Hermes Muguet Porcelaine is a wave of delicate little bells, evoking the opalescent whiteness of porcelain. A silent flower becomes eloquent. A parfum with a heavenly, jubilant register. Luminous, joyful and diaphanous. Byredo Eleventh Hour collector hair perfume led by the peppery and citrus accents of Ban Timmur, take us to the Nepali highlands, where this plant grows. Wild fig, the first forbidden fruit, is the heart note of Eleventh Hour. From the warmth of tonka beans combined with cashmere woods notes emanates an energetic radiation, similar to that released by our solar plexus when it opens wide. As if a bond was recreated between man and cosmos. Rodin Olio Lusso Luxury Body Oil is comprised of a carefully curated blend of pure, nutrient-dense botanicals oils. The blend is rich in Vitamins and Antioxidants including Vitamin E and pro-Vitamin A and Omega 3, 6, 7, 9 Essential Fatty Acids. This blend deeply nourishes and works to soften, condition, and rejuvenate the skin. Derm Institute Youth Alchemy Eye Cream Utilizes exclusive, patent-pending wrinkle-relaxing complex – NeuroFirmX™ and powerful, active anti-aging neuropeptides and peptides, plus other scientifically advanced ingredients to visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, lines and creases, and leave the delicate eye area feeling firmer, softer, smoother and noticeably younger.

Buly 1803 Natural Sea Sponge is collected in Greece and is the result of an animal, the spongiaire. It is the bone composition with absorbant and resistant fibers. Its globulous and lobed shape, with a ruffled and hollow surface, can result in different dimensions. Its absorption power is impressive and its flexibility is a delight for the skin.

6 . Agent Nateur Face Oil combines natural, non-gmo ingredients that are organic or wild crafted. It absorbs to brighten and hydrate. It minimizes the appearance of redness, unevenness, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and dark spots. Argentum Apothecary La Potion Infinie is powered by antioxidant and anti-bacterial Silver Hydrosol to promote skin cell regeneration, and hydrating DNA HP - a natural ingredient developed by Nobel-winning scientists. Shea Butter, Sweet Almond Oil and Vitamin E give this thirst-quenching formula its luxuriously soft and nourishing texture.

7. Meo Fusciuni Luce perfume comes from an introspective journey that begins with the start of a new day, when nature has not completely awakened, the air is still wet, everything is stasis, silence and the human eye will marvel at daybreak. The rock, the river, the wind are sources of inspiration. Nasomatto Pardon aims to evoke the persuasion of utmost masculine elegance and charm, takes a dark, woodsy richness and nudges it ever so gently into a surprisingly softer direction for the Italian niche line. Checkered wool jacket and trousers Jil Sander, black pumps stylist archive.

Hair and Make Up Elena Gaggero

Photographer Assistant Cristina Troisi

Models

Jhonata Meneghini @Elite

Petra @Monster

MUKZIN

INTERVIEW BY CARLOTTA BUOSI

 
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Many of the key elements of Chinese tradition - just like pretty much any kind of tradition, world-wide - seem anachronistic today. Obsolete. The fact that most youngsters - Chinese and non Chinese - are brought up being completely out of touch with these values, catapulted into irrepressible modernity since a very young age, is what upsets Kate Han the most. Creative Director of contemporary brand MUKZIN, Han embraces the challenge - but also the opportunity! - of bringing elements of her culture and its rich tradition back to new life, through fashion. The balance between historical references and contemporary transgression is precisely where Mukzin finds its sweet spot. Selected by Vip.com in collaboration with the British Fashion Council and brought to London Fashion Week, Mukzin showcased their Spring/Summer 2019 collection in the British capital for the first time this season. Lurve caught up with Kate after the show, to find out more about her incredibly creative brand and the unique concept behind it.

 

1. Katie, You are very much inspired about your culture. Tell us more about that.

I always get my inspiration from the heritage of Chinese culture. I’m not interested in the future - it doesn’t exist yet! - but I’m really interested in the past and in the present.  My workplace is full of antique pieces and contemporary art. I put everything together like an art installation.

 

2. Where else do you draw your inspiration from?

Recently, I lived in Hangzhou. It’s a characteristically vivid city in China with the best tech business mixed with beautiful old gardens, towers and ancient architecture. Whenever I walked out from home, I just saw ideas for my new collections materialising in front of me.

 

3. How would you describe MUKZIN’s style in 3 words?

Defining MUKZIN’s aesthetic in a few words is almost impossible. Despite that, I believe you could point out my design immediately among hundreds of other designers.

 

4. What do you like to experiment the most with?

I like to give the old things new lives.

 

5. Would you say that for a fashion designer it’s more important to be consistent or to keep introducing new elements and concepts in their work?

The new elements I like to introduce are  always related with the history and heritage of my culture, which I believe have the power to be reinvented into something new. So I would say consistency it’s very important. Also, I don’t really follow any trend.

 

6. You’ve previously collaborated with a series of artists for your collections. Tell us more about that.

I am completely obsessed with the contemporary art. Years ago, I began collecting the work of some young Chinese artists, and we then became close friend. When I started my brand, some of them understood the concept immediately. They felt that it was a fresh, cool thing  to re-design old Chinese elements and they wanted to be involved in it. We started working together in my tiny studio, making patterns. We had a lot of fun.

 

7. Tell us the core inspiration behind Mukzin SS19 collection.

The collection is inspired by the traditional packaging of Chinese medicines.

 

8. How would you describe your ideal customer?

Smart, open minded. Someone who love colours and is willing to accept new ideas.

 

9. What would you like for your brand to convey to its wearers?   

A feeling of empathy, yet temperamental. Something you would have found ages ago and which is now coming into reality once again.

 

10. What are your plans for the future of MUKZIN?

I would like to see my pieces being worn everywhere in the world.

Special thanks to Charlotte Berghman and the British Fashion Council.

Paria Farzaneh

INTERVIEW BY CARLOTTA BUOSI

 
 

Born in Devon from Iranian parents, Paria Farzaneh’s childhood was market by the yearly visits to her family, falling in love with the Iranian culture, which still majorly influences both her personal style and her work as fashion designer. Strikingly individualistic, it’s important for Paria to exit the toxic eco-chamber of social media and become acknowledged about what goes on in the world, all influences banned. Through fashion, Paria aims to give a sense of belonging to people, helping them to implement themselves in their own way, starting from what they choose to wear. That’s what makes her work special. 

 

 2. How does the representation of Middle Eastern culture in the UK affect your inspiration?

 Nothing will ever be an accurate representation of true Middle Eastern culture in the UK. I think it would befair to share the many aspects of this culture in the right way.The media’s influence often does not help portraying reality for what it truly is. 

 

 3. What is that you’d like to communicate through creating your style?

 I think what I’m trying to do is beyond fashion, beyond all of the stigmas and parodies that come within it.Fashion is a huge platform for a lot of young people. I think community is also important, and within that a style starts to grow.Fashion it’s not about cloning everyone to look the same, it’s more about offering a sense of belonging, or whatever it may be for people to implement themselves in their own way.This is what makes it special. 

 

4. Who are your boys? What do they believe in? 

I think capping the demographic at just boys would be incorrect. When I make my collections, the first toile is always tried on myself, purely because there is no boundary of whether it is only for boys, men, etc. I believe in wearing things that you have a connection to, that you really like. I make things I like, not what I think would fit in a trend.

 

5. You became the talk of town last season, after Frank Ocean wore one of tour T-shirts headlining in London. How did it feel to have someone spreading your message so loud?

 The message has always been clear, outer space is the limit. 

 

6. Describe your style in three words to our readers.

 My own style is very androgynous, bold and definitely daring. 

 

7. Today’s fashion has seen a dramatic gender shift, with people choosing clothes not based on the gender they should belong to but solely on their taste and style. What do you think about unisex clothing and is there an element of that in your pieces?

 For sure. I completely understand why women’s fashion weeks and men’s fashion weeks are separateed. There are different markets for both that have not yet developed into one single demographic and I don’t think it ever well, but at the same time this just causes a stigma and creates divide, when at the end of the day, it’s just clothes. We should just wear what we want.

 

 8. What should we expect from Paria Farzaneh in the future?

 You’ll find out in January. 

 

Special thanks to Charlotte Berghman and the British Fashion Council.

The Season Hats

INTERVIEW BY CARLOTTA BUOSI

 
 

Originally from Yorkshire, Paul Stafford has one of those rare attitudes able to enjoyed both arts and sciences in the same measure. While studying Natural Sciences and Psychology at Cambridge University, he met Selina Horshi, English Literature student from Northern Ireland. That’s when their story, but also the story of their brand - The Seasons Hats - begun. After few years in London together, they both came to the realisation that they wanted to create something which would have made people feel happy and confident. Something which could be used to both attract attention and hide beneath. Of course, it all came down to hats. Beautiful, unique and creative hats which have changed many youngsters’ perception towards millinery. Through The Seasons Hats, Paul and Selina aim to keep the heritage of hat making alive, fighting against the struggles of a business that many - especially within the fashion world, today - would consider obsolete, but which carries and layers layers of beautiful tradition, ready to be translated into modernity.

 

 

1.      Paul, you initially studied Natural Sciences, before making a dramatic switch toward millinery. What inspired the change?

After University, I started working for one of the Big 4 accountancy firms but I wanted to do something creative in my free time. As I had made headpieces for Selina and other friends to wear to university balls and events, I did a millinery course at the London College of Fashion. Loving this, I went on to train under Rachel Trevor-Morgan, who holds a Royal Warrant for making hats for the Queen and then went on to my MA.

 

2.      Do you feel like your scientific training has somehow been useful in your career as a milliner?

It’s certainly useful to have an understanding of business management when starting a label. It’s just the two of us, so you Have to wear so many hats at the same time. I also have a very technical approach toward construction. I love working out new techniques when designing our collections.

 

3.      Selina, what fascinates you the most about hats?

When we started the business, I was a little concerned that we’d be entering an industry where everyone knows each other, and it’s a relatively limited market. I was really happy to find out how supportive an environment millinery is and the feeling of community about it. We all want people to wear more hats!

 

4.      What made you decide to leave a successful career in Digital - such an up-and-coming field - to dedicate yourself to something much more traditional such as hats?

Both mine and Paul’s parents had their own businesses in which they worked together and it got to the point that both Paul and I felt that we were ready to do the same. Millinery is a very traditional industry but we saw a real gap in the market for refined, minimal headwear that people our age would like to wear.

 

5.      Paul and Selina, why do you think women should wear hats, today?

Because the right hat makes you feel happy and confident. They’re a piece of clothing that you can use to attract attention or to hide beneath.

 

6.      What makes an intelligent, elegant, relevant hat?

Integrity of design and construction, a piece that inspires confidence in the wearer.

 

7.      Paul, what is your first memory of hats and what do hats represent for you?

The caps and boaters that we wore to infant school - of course, emblazoned with the school crest - a very prominent way of marking us as part of a group. So much of clothing is about self expression, and the head is the most impactful part of the body to adorn, with its position and importance in communication.

 

8.      What do you see in the future of millinery?

There’s a heritage of making that I hope will continue to be passed on - it’s a shame that even in the historically very short time that I’ve been making headwear how many blocking factories have gone out of business or traditional fabrics have stopped being made. Though I also think that all of fashion has to embrace change from technological and ethical standpoints and I hope that millinery is a part of this movement.

 

 9.  What would you like your contribution to be?

I’m content if I can make beautiful work, and hope that it makes people happy.

 

10.  Paul, what are you working on at the moment?

I’m currently working on a piece for a bride I know very well. It’s a privilege to be able to contribute to the most important occasions in people’s lives. Though I can’t share anything about the piece yet, her fiancee knows nothing about it.

Special thanks to Charlotte Berghman and the British Fashion Council.

Bianca Saunders

INTERVIEW BY CARLOTTA BUOSI

 
 

Bianca Saunders is a Namesake brand. Essentially, it’s a concept. A new take on mens fashion, offering an alternative aesthetic.  

Bianca, who grew up in South East London, was always drawn to notice and understand the differences between all kinds of people surrounding her. Due to her own Jamaican heritage, the designer’s strongly influenced by the clash between British and Caribbean cultures, which she references plenty in her innovative work. Challenging the stereotypes of menswear clothing as well as evolving visual expectations are at the core of her design. Passionate about researching, Bianca is determined to somehow change people’s perspective, and she chose clothes are her preferred way to make a statement. 

 

1.    Bianca, you are a true Londoner. Would you say you’re mostly focused on what’s around you, when searching for inspiration, or instead look further away from your surroundings?

I definitely look at what’s around me forinspiration, taking my friends and family as references. People do say they get a real "London" feel from my work. Further away does not inspire me and I believe it’s nice that I can put my own identity into my work, so it is not so far removed from me.

 

2.    What would you describe as your main influences when it comes to your design?

A lot my influences come from conversations with my male friends and the ideas I get from their personal style. 

Now and again I go to art galleries. For example, Lorna Simpsons’ exhibition "Unanswerable" helped me rethink my own research for my SS19 collection “Gestures”. For this collectionI looked back at the mannerisms and gestures taken from my research for my final year of Masters at RCA, focused on a film titled " Personal Politics". The film looks closely at Black masculinity and challenges its stereotypes.

 

3.     How would you describe your style to someone who has never seen your work?

I create fashion that expresses and validates the ‘in-betweenness’, weaving subtle signifiers of femininity into an otherwise boldly masculine silhouette. 

 

4.    Why menswear?

Menswear is changing a lot and I realised how much more can be done, in terms of introducing new aesthetics. I find menswear more exciting as there are more codes you have to stick to. It’s about finding ways to readjust them. When I started, I soon realised how I tend to be drawn to looking at mens clothing for references or including men’s images in my research. Menswear seemed like the right switch. 

 

5.     Is there a message you wish to communicate through your design?

  Evolving visual expectations of gender and challenging stereotypes. Continuing the conversation and making sure my work is still as authentic as it was in the beginning. What drives me the most is my research, as well as opening up important discussions through my work. I feel like if my work doesn’t have that element it stops being special. 

 

6.    What do you expect from London Fashion Week Mens in January?

I think London Fashion Week Mens is a great place to be. It’s not so much about the hype of the bigger designers, but giving smaller designers like myself a chance to be seen. 

 

10.  And what should we expect from your AW19 collection in January?

 I am really excited and looking forward to it. Autumn/Winter is my favourite season to design for, as I am mostly drawn towards working with the heavier weighted fabrics. I do want to revisit my drape techniques and the ideas of expositing underwear as outwear. 

Special thanks to Charlotte Berghman and the British Fashion Council.