Vogue Italia

Sep 2026

For the highly anticipated September 2026 issue of Vogue Italia, the publication leans into a bold, cinematic narrative that redefines the contemporary editorial standard. Captured with an evocative sensibility, the cover story features entertainer Dua Lipa in a visually arresting display of movement and urban atmosphere. Photographer Carlijn Jacobs employs a low-key chiaroscuro lighting technique to craft a moody, high-contrast aesthetic that feels both raw and curated. By framing the subject against a dense, looming cityscape, the imagery achieves a sense of architectural grandeur that anchors the high-fashion elements. The editorial direction, spearheaded by Francesca Ragazzi, finds synergy with the precise styling of Imruh Asha, whose choice of a dramatic teal gown with voluminous pleating provides a vibrant, fluid counterpoint to the rigid, dark brickwork of the rooftop setting. This project synthesizes the grit of an urban landscape with the polished refinement expected of luxury fashion houses, utilizing a low camera angle to enhance the sense of scale and drama. With hair by Jawara and sharp, graphic makeup by Sam Visser, the resulting visuals possess a deliberate, sophisticated tension. It is a masterful exercise in fashion photography that demonstrates how distinct creative voices, from set design to editorial casting, can coalesce to create a singular, resonant moment in modern media and entertainment history.

Editorial, Cinematic, Moody

Low-key / chiaroscuro

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