W Korea: High Hopes

Aug 2025

High Hopes is a high-fashion editorial story produced for W Korea, featuring a series of striking portraits that explore sculptural silhouettes and avant-garde tailoring. Photographed by Sean and Seng, the project focuses on texture and form, utilizing clean studio lighting and minimalist seamless backgrounds to center the collection of structured, voluminous garments. The editorial stars Kristen McMenamy, whose versatile styling ranges from platinum, slicked-back updos to cropped cuts, paired with bold, dramatic eye makeup by makeup artist Fulvia Farolfi and hair styling by Kalle Eklund. The visuals incorporate a mix of editorial techniques, including high-contrast monochrome, soft light, and graphic composition. Casting for the feature was overseen by Larissa Gunn.