Marie Claire China: Beyond Sound, Beyond Form by Mario Wang

Sep 2026

Beyond Sound, Beyond Form for Marie Claire China is a sprawling fashion editorial that leverages the stark, expansive beauty of arid landscapes. Photographer Mario Wang captures model Qun Ye navigating diverse terrain, from sun-drenched sandstone cliffs and terracotta dunes to the geometric scale of a solar thermal facility. The imagery employs a palette of earthy tones punctuated by vibrant textile bursts—specifically the graphic primary colors of an inflated hot air balloon—to build a surreal, high-fashion visual narrative. Styling by E Tian emphasizes structural silhouettes and flowing fabrics, utilizing natural light to highlight textures that range from silk and sequins to heavy knitwear. The compositions rely on high-contrast framing and the play of hard sunlight against desert environments, leaning into a graphic, editorial aesthetic that prioritizes form, scale, and movement.

Editorial, Horizontal, Earthy

Natural light

Desert

Editorial