W Youth

Sep 2026

W Youth presents Pen15 Forever, a fashion editorial project that channels the aesthetic of high school nostalgia through a modern lens. The series utilizes editorial photography and clean styling to reframe adolescent motifs, transitioning from classroom settings and locker rooms to a staged, glitter-strewn prom environment. Photographer Eimear Lynch captures the subjects with a mix of natural light and sharp flash, highlighting the varied textures of satin, velvet, and knit garments curated by fashion editor and stylist Emma Wyman. Featuring actor Maya Erskine, the project relies on expressive, posed compositions to explore a retro-inspired narrative across various social settings. Additional creative direction and production oversight were provided by editors Sara Moonves and Ava Nirui, with beauty details refined by hair stylist Amber Duarte, makeup artist Ciara Maccaro, and manicurist Emi Kudo.

Editorial, Vertical, Clean

Natural light

Editorial