Vogue Netherlands: The Dolls Erra

Oct 2025

For the October 2023 issue of Vogue Netherlands, "The Dolls Erra" is a striking editorial series that traverses the intersection of high fashion and urban portraiture. Photographer Wikkie Hermkens leans into a moody, monochrome aesthetic, utilizing both low-key chiaroscuro studio lighting and expansive natural daylight to define the silhouettes of subjects Richie Shazam, Aariana Rose Philip, and Valentine. The imagery explores structural tailoring and textured apparel, captured through an analogue-inspired lens that emphasizes form, gloss, and deliberate detail. The visual narrative, shaped by fashion editor and stylist Sonny Groo, prioritizes tactile textures—from beaded lapels and leather jackets to fringed, metallic gowns. Supporting the editorial depth, hair stylist Ryuta Sayama employs wet-look and sleek finishes, while makeup artist Soo Park complements the gritty, high-contrast atmosphere with understated, sharp palettes. Spanning intimate close-ups and wide-angle rooftop compositions, the project presents a cohesive, narrative-driven exploration of presence.

Editorial, Moody, Monochrome, Vertical

Editorial