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Nicole Kidman on W Magazine cover wearing a black sweater and stockings against a white seamless background
Tilda Swinton standing in a black dress with white collar and layered pearl necklaces against a white background for W Magazine
Zendaya wearing a graphic swimsuit and low-rise jeans against a plain white background for W Magazine Best Performances.
Angelina Jolie in a large feathered hat for W Magazine Best Performances cover portrait in monochrome
Portrait of Saoirse Ronan in a red pleated outfit against a white background for W Magazine Best Performances cover.
Mia Goth wearing a yellow patterned top and dark briefs against a plain white background for a W Magazine cover.
Cynthia Erivo wearing a sculptural white floral collar and black top for W Magazine Best Performances cover portrait.
Actor Paul Mescal in a dark suit and tie seated against a draped red background for W Magazine Best Performances.
Kingsley Ben-Adir wearing a brown suit standing in front of draped curtains for W Magazine Best Performances covers.
Actor Adrien Brody in a grey suit posing on an ornate patterned bed for W Magazine Best Performances cover.
Demi Moore holding a barbell in a wood-paneled gym for W Magazine Best Performances covers, photographed by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott.
Selena Gomez seated in a yellow armchair wearing a pink top and trousers with a fur-trimmed coat for W Magazine.
Zoe Saldana posing in a gold halter top and red skirt by a swimming pool for W Magazine Vol I 2025 Best Performances
Daniel Craig wearing a floral patterned button-down shirt against a white background for W Magazine Best Performances cover
Ariana Grande wearing a black dress seated on an outdoor green lounge chair beside a swimming pool for W Magazine.
Nicole Kidman on W Magazine cover wearing a black sweater and stockings against a white seamless background
Tilda Swinton standing in a black dress with white collar and layered pearl necklaces against a white background for W Magazine
Zendaya wearing a graphic swimsuit and low-rise jeans against a plain white background for W Magazine Best Performances.

W Magazine W Magazine Vol. I 2025 Best Performances Covers 2025

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W Magazine marks the start of the 2025 awards season with its annual Best Performances issue. This extensive portrait series, shot by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, highlights a diverse array of cinematic talent through a collection of high-contrast editorial covers. Under the creative direction of Charles Levai and Kevin Tekinel and the editorial guidance of Editor-in-Chief Sara Moonves, the project oscillates between stark, minimalist studio portraits and richly textured, stylized environments. The aesthetic language of the issue employs bold, expressive typography that interacts with the subjects, ranging from high-key monochrome compositions to warm, vibrant interiors and outdoor settings. With fashion styling led by Law Roach, the series captures performers such as Nicole Kidman, Tilda Swinton, Zendaya, and Paul Mescal in distinct, character-driven ensembles, emphasizing the intersection of high fashion and contemporary media portraiture.

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W Magazine

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Sara Moonves
Editor-in-Chief
Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott
Photographer
Charles Levai
Creative Director
Kevin Tekinel
Creative Director
Law Roach
Fashion Editor/Stylist

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Magazines

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