Manifesto Magazine Fashion Becomes Art / Balenciaga x M ... 2026

Description

This fashion editorial image for Manifesto Magazine features model Haizhu Gu captured by photographer Matthieu Delbreuve. The subject wears an intricate cream-colored textured dress adorned with floral appliqués, paired with dramatic long black leather gloves and dark platform sandals. Styled by Thea Lewis-Yates with hair by Quentin Guyen and makeup by Ellen Walge, the composition is set against a soft, muted gradient background with overlay text elements including the magazine title. The lighting is soft and diffuse, highlighting the tactile qualities of the garments within a vertical framing.

Style

Editorial, Vertical, Warm, Clean

Techniques

Natural light

Industries

Luxury Fashion Houses

Color

Background

Gradient

Context

Editorial