Harper's Bazaar Vietnam

Jun 2026

The Living Sculptures project for Harper's Bazaar Vietnam serves as a masterful exploration of the intersection between high-fashion accessories and avant-garde art. Under the discerning eye of photographer Paulina Manterys, the editorial series transcends traditional product photography, transforming handbags, sculptural earrings, and luxury footwear into central protagonists of a vibrant, geometric narrative. By leveraging studio strobe lighting, Manterys emphasizes the tactile qualities of each piece, whether it is the intricate beadwork of a green textured clutch or the bold, fuzzy silhouette of a Loewe high-heeled shoe. The work leans into a deliberate, high-key aesthetic that prioritizes minimalist composition and saturated color blocking to create a rhythmic, graphic visual language. Throughout the series, the editorial team successfully navigates the balance between commercial clarity and fine art sensibilities, utilizing seamless, monochromatic backgrounds to isolate form and texture. This approach allows the iconic silhouettes of brands like Coperni and Hugo Kreit to command the frame, echoing the fluid, organic lines of sculptural props found within the studio environment. Ultimately, the project functions as a sophisticated study in visual rhythm, where the interplay of repetitive patterns and sharp, primary color relationships establishes a contemporary dialogue between fashion and modern design, cementing its place as a striking visual showcase for accessories within the pages of a premier fashion publication.

Editorial, Commercial

Studio strobe

Bags & Accessories, Fashion