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DIOR MAGAZINE The Theater of Life












Jun 2025
For Dior Magazine’s 'The Theater of Life' editorial, creative director Kim Jones explores a surreal intersection of performance and high fashion. Captured through the lens of photographer Szilveszter Mako, the series utilizes soft lighting and subtle film grain to create a contemplative, moody atmosphere that defines the season’s tailored silhouettes. The project features models Dara Gueye and Elias Meier navigating a whimsical studio environment crafted by set designer Felix Gesnouin. The staging incorporates illustrative elements—such as painted cardboard waves and suspended origami birds—that lean into a theatrical, collage-like aesthetic. Fashion editor and stylist Hannes Hetta balances the brand's sharp tailoring with relaxed, everyday footwear, while grooming by Cyril Laloue maintains a clean, refined focus. Each portrait employs a desaturated palette to highlight textures, resulting in a series that reads as a narrative piece of art.
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