Fashion Editorial | In Praise Of Impermanence

This project addresses the virtue of simplicity, in the quiet, the mundane — signaling decency ofletting things exist in their natural state.

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It calls on the viewer to examine the intricacies of color in their earthy forms, of the subtleties in expression, and what may often go overlooked amid the propagation of high-gloss visual content which overstimulate the senses in its imposing allure. As fiction and reality are becoming synonymous and indistinguishable, I aimed to capture an organic depiction of lived simplicity. Where do we draw the line between the fabricated and the real?There is a beauty in the ephemerality of the human condition.

To be human is to be incomplete, in perpetual motion. Impermanence highlights the virtue of a passing moment. We are all but transient entities on this earth, our bodies and the material world around us are in the act of revisiting the dust from which we came. I envisioned a series of images which embrace a passivity and slowness so often overshadowed by the widespread prioritization of unrestrained productivity. Blissfully ruminating in the passage of time, there is beauty in change, in darkness.Imperfection reminds us of the endless variation in existence that can make even the most common things unique, leaning into a more connected way of living.This work interprets a deliberate process of introspection, pared down to its barest essence, simultaneously unfinished yet uncluttered.

Shirt by Yohji Yamamoto Homme, a brand largely favoring the use of natural textiles to avoid chemical processes required to synthesize fabrics. It strives for having zero waste and a recycled approach in production. Pants by Comme Des Garçons Homme Plus, making use of materials from past seasons, and using biodegradable plastic for garment cases.

Shorts by Ralph Lauren, a brand emphasizing timeless design, responsible sourcing, rights and empowerment in the supply chain, and investing in innovative technologies.

Shoes by KURT GEIER, made to be long-lasting, a brand exploring both vegan and recycled materials.

Shirt by ROLD SKOV, conceived and produced in central Italy. ROLD SKOV creates garments with a selection of high quality raw materials and a search for original fabrics. Shorts by Y-3, a brand shifting focus to sustainable and conscious materials, including garments produced from recycled polyester.

Coat by TAKUYA NISHIBORI, made of the fabric of the extra stock from a textile company.

Shorts by TAKUYA NISHIBORI, made from up-cycled kimono fabric.

Set by ROHE, prioritizing items that transcend seasons and the endless trend cycle. Over 90% of collections are produced in Europe, while also taking into consideration fabric choices and biodegradable packaging.