Grazia Middle East

Apr 2026

In a brilliant display of haute couture, Grazia Middle East presents I AM LIKE A BIRD, a high-fashion editorial campaign that pushes the boundaries of luxury fashion houses through pure tactile exploration. Photographed by Álvaro Gracia, the series leans into a bold, surrealist aesthetic that centers on the intricate craftsmanship of Chanel couture. Featuring the striking presence of model Ateta Jok, the imagery relies on a sophisticated editorial sensibility, alternating between high-key white backgrounds that demand total attention to every stitch and saturated, ink-like magenta backdrops that lend an ethereal, almost fluid quality to the compositions. The production team, led by producer Jean-Marc Mondelet, has expertly curated a visual language where the model's shaved head acts as a clean, meditative canvas for the explosive texture of fringed garments, feathered tweed, and sculpted silhouettes. With masterful makeup artistry by Raffaele Romangoli, the portraits transform the clothing into more than just apparel; they become sculptural objects. By utilizing both natural light and controlled studio strobe techniques, the shoot captures a sharp, contemporary dialogue between the heritage of the house and modern avant-garde sensibilities. This editorial portrait series ultimately succeeds by stripping away excess noise, leaving only the raw, elegant interplay of color, material, and human form in a truly polished display of high-fashion photography.

Editorial, Vertical

Studio strobe

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion