Dazed Beauty: Charlie Le Mindu: Rouge Collection

Jul 2025

Dazed Beauty showcases the Rouge Collection, an avant-garde editorial project centering on the interplay between sculptural hair design and monochrome red textiles. Photographer Joaquin Castillo captures model Aweng Chuol against austere, industrial-toned backdrops that heighten the visual impact of the vibrant crimson palette. At the core of the work is the intricate hair styling and wearable art by Charlie Le Mindu. The series leans into a moody, tactile aesthetic, employing a mix of natural light and low-key chiaroscuro techniques to emphasize the raw textures of beaded headpieces, braided elements, and fringe garments. The collection maintains a high-contrast, desaturated tone throughout, prioritizing the structural silhouettes of the custom ensembles.