Model Selena Forrest wearing a pillbox hat and holding a tote bag for D Repubblica by photographer Ethan James Green

Model Selena Forrest wearing white dress, headscarf and gloves against textured wall in Selena's Dream project for D Repubblica

Monochrome fashion editorial portrait of model Selena Forrest wearing black opera gloves and a hat, posed near a bare tree branch

Model Selena Forrest wearing a patterned coat and bowler hat for D Repubblica photographed by Ethan James Green

Model Selena Forrest wearing a wide-brimmed black hat, tailored jacket, leather glove, and watches against a white background.

Model Selena Forrest in a black and white gown with a sculptural hat and statement jewelry against a textured backdrop

Model Selena Forrest wearing a black sheer glitter gown, wide-brim hat, and leather gloves against a dark textured background.

Black and white portrait of model Selena Forrest wearing a leather jacket and gloves with wispy feathers crossing her face.

Model Selena Forrest in a black suit, headscarf, and white gloves framed by gnarly tree branches in a studio shoot.

Model Selena Forrest wearing a black outfit with dramatic sleeves and leather gloves alongside a large goose.

Model Selena Forrest wearing a black hat with long feathers, halter dress, and leather gloves against a textured background.

D Repubblica Selena's Dream 2026

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Selena's Dream, a compelling editorial fashion campaign for D Repubblica, stands as a masterclass in monochromatic visual storytelling. Through the lens of photographer Ethan James Green, the project explores the intersection of high-fashion structure and organic surrealism, captured primarily through the evocative lens of chiaroscuro lighting. Featuring the model Selena Forrest, the series leans into a polished, cinematic aesthetic where the play between stark shadows and refined textures becomes the central narrative. Fashion editor and stylist Katie Burnett curates an exquisite array of accessories—from elbow-length leather gloves and structured hats to ornate metallic jewelry—that serve to heighten the graphic intensity of each portrait. The integration of contrasting elements, such as gnarled tree branches, feathered accents, and even a dynamic goose, injects a sense of surrealist depth into the minimalist studio environments. Whether utilizing studio strobe setups to emphasize fabric quality or embracing natural light for a softer, granular finish, the work maintains a rigorous dedication to its black and white palette. This campaign successfully channels an atmosphere of timeless luxury, using deliberate, formal posing to elevate the subject while pushing the boundaries of traditional editorial portraiture. The result is a cohesive, highly textured body of work that feels both avant-garde and deeply rooted in the classic traditions of luxury fashion photography, capturing an enigmatic elegance that remains the hallmark of the D Repubblica brand identity.