Close-up portrait of model wearing a floral silk headscarf, bright red lipstick, and bold eye makeup against a solid white background

Close-up of a model wearing a black cap and feathered face makeup against a white background with text reading CONFUSED.

Model with yellow bob hair overlayed with geometric coloured triangles and text reading empty on white background

Close-up portrait of a model with yellow and orange dyed hair, smiley face stickers on her face, and a white high-collar coat

Close-up portrait of a model with face wrapped in plastic wrap and colorful tape, hands resting on head.

Close-up beauty portrait of a model with pink eyeshadow, gold jewelry, and a delicate gold necklace against a white background

Close-up portrait of a model wearing a textured metallic top against a stark white background with typography

Close-up portrait of a model with heavy facial beadwork and netting covering the eyes for Dust Magazine China

Close-up portrait of a model wearing a black cap, dark red lipstick, and matching red nail polish against a white background.

Close-up portrait of a model with teal wet hair and dark eye makeup biting her hand against a white backdrop with text reading REBEL

Close-up beauty portrait of a model with dramatic purple eye makeup and red lipstick for Dust Magazine China

Dust Magazine China LOST IN THE MIRROR 2025

About

LOST IN THE MIRROR is a fashion editorial series for Dust Magazine China, featuring photographer David Ferrua’s distinct take on avant-garde portraiture. The project leans into experimental beauty techniques, utilizing clean studio lighting to capture high-contrast imagery that blurs the line between traditional fashion photography and conceptual art. Featuring models Summer Dirx and Viktoria Wirs, the work incorporates recurring graphic motifs and typographic overlays, resulting in a polished, editorial aesthetic. The visual narrative relies on intricate detailing and styling, with hair by Sebastien Bascle, makeup by Peter Philips, and manicures by Sylvie Vacca.