
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">CHANEL&#8217;s Cruise 2025/26 collection casts its gaze across the waters of Lake Como, finding inspiration in the sunlit corridors and cinematic history of the Villa d’Este. Nestled among magnolias and marble staircases, this Renaissance-era palace becomes the collection’s emotional anchor: a symbol of escape, beauty, and the quiet luxury of dressing without rush.</h2>



<p>From the very first look, the CHANEL Creation Studio delivers a sense of leisurely sophistication. Short flounced taffeta ball gowns in soft shades of peach, lake blue and pink evoke morning reflections on the water. These dreamy silhouettes are complemented by ochre- and terracotta-hued tweeds that mirror the villa&#8217;s sun-washed tones.</p>



<p>There is movement in the garments that feels unforced but deliberate. Sequinned evening pyjamas, glittering black blouses paired with flared trousers, and lamé jumpsuits signal a shift toward dance-inspired sensuality. Whether through a cape trailing behind or a sleeve glinting with rhinestones, the CHANEL woman here is constantly in motion—confident, playful, and utterly poised.</p>



<p>In line with the Cruise tradition, nautical references reappear with white pea coats, striped jerseys, and relaxed trousers in strawberry ice cream shades. Accessories act like souvenirs from a glamorous stay: oversized sunglasses, silk foulards tied just so, and patent leather mules that transition from terrace to twilight.</p>



<p>But it is the floral language of the Villa’s gardens that lends the collection its poetic thread. Lacework mirrors the natural curves of camellias and wisteria, while chiffon petals bloom on suits and skirt sets. These quiet details bloom softly within a collection otherwise anchored in architectural elegance.</p>



<p>If past CHANEL Cruise collections flirted with wanderlust, this one settles into it. There is no rush to leave, no urgent itinerary. Just the pleasure of dressing for the beauty of the moment, in a place where time slows, and glamour lingers like the light off the lake.</p>



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CHANEL Cruise 2025/26: Ode to Italian Glamour


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">There’s a beat pulsing through Cape Town, louder than the city’s bustling streets—a rhythm steeped in history, born from the townships, and echoing through centuries. Some stories are carved into walls; others navigate the world like unspoken prayers. Within the historic Observatory Methodist Church, our eyes cross with Carl van der Linde, a quiet observer and a loud storyteller. Amidst the harmonious rhythm of SboNdaba Dance,&nbsp;Carl’s lens seizes confessions—rebellious, fleeting, and utterly human.</h2>



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<p>Carl’s shutter clicks as the tangible and intangible meet—a dance of freedom, spontaneity, and the dynamism of life. His photographs transform fleeting moments into visual threads that connect lives, stories, and identities. “I snapped a picture, minding my own business, when I heard music coming from its hallowed doors. I went in, sat down, and watched the dancers—and the rest is history,” Carl muses. What began as a chance encounter became a serendipitous calling, drawing him into a shared rhythm that transcends words.</p>



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<p>His mission is to take from life—to capture its moments, feel its breaths, hear its silences. Carl calls photography a statement, but it feels more like a question. A manifesto that pries open the cracks where identity, tradition, and modernity collide. Movement becomes defiance, and the mundane transforms into poetry. “Being a photographer means borrowing moments from strangers,” he reflects, but perhaps it’s more than that. It’s the weight of carrying someone else’s truth, raw and unfiltered, and turning it into a shared reflection.</p>



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<p>What does it mean to move as one, to transform struggle into grace and grace into strength? To inhabit a rhythm larger than yourself, yet carry your individual story within it? As Carl’s lens frames these moments, it captures not just the dancers but the essence of &#8220;us&#8221;. The rhythm spirals through thought and form, asking the eternal question: where do we belong? In these images, we don’t just see the dancers—we see the untold poetries within ourselves, waiting to be heard.</p>


Echoing Through Centuries w/ Carl van der Linde


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">In a dialogue stretched between continents, Les Benjamins and Futura meet not through nostalgia, but through a shared instinct: that tradition and rebellion are two sides of the same gesture. Istanbul’s hand-crafted İznik tiles and New York’s aerosol abstraction are not opposites — they are part of the same restless search for meaning across surface and form.</h2>



<p>At the heart of the collaboration is an idea of movement — cultural, artistic, emotional. Founded by Bünyamin Aydın, Les Benjamins has long been a platform where East and West are not blended but allowed to coexist, where memory is treated as material. With its Japan Project laying the groundwork, the brand now opens a new chapter with one of graffiti’s most iconic pioneers.</p>



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<p>The limited-edition collection — featuring apparel and exclusive skateboards — weaves İznik’s historic geometry through Futura’s kinetic lines. The motifs aren’t preserved under glass; they are pulled onto bodies in motion, into streets, into daily life. Past and present collapse into something textured, urgent, alive.</p>



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<p>The collaboration will debut at BRED Abu Dhabi, a five-day convergence of music, fashion, art, and street food, where Les Benjamins and Futura will host book signing events, inviting audiences not just to consume, but to encounter.<br>It’s a natural setting — a living, breathing space where global culture isn’t theorized, it’s felt.</p>



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<p>For Futura — a name inseparable from the evolution of contemporary graffiti and abstraction — this project is another extension of a lifelong practice: pushing visual language into new territories without ever abandoning instinct. For Les Benjamins, it’s another testament to a philosophy that refuses to separate craft from conversation.</p>



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<p>At a moment when cultural exchange is often reduced to buzzwords, Les Benjamins and Futura remind us: real dialogue is messy, layered, and alive — and it moves through every thread, every line, every surface we touch.</p>



<p>The collection is available to shop at BRED Abu Dhabi and online store.</p>



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LES BENJAMINS x FUTURA: A Meeting of Lines and Memory


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">We’re backstage at Zorlu PSM. Broadway’s longest-running musical <em>Chicago</em> is about to hit the stage. And yes—it’s just as dazzling from the front, but behind the curtain, things move to an entirely different rhythm. One that fits <em>Chicago</em>perfectly: cool, poised, and unapologetically seductive.</h2>



<p>Taking the stage in Istanbul between April 15–20, this production is more than just a musical—it’s a living continuation of a cultural story that began in 1975. With six Tonys, two Oliviers, and a Grammy under its belt, <em>Chicago</em> arrives at Zorlu PSM for eight special performances.</p>



<p>Onstage, we step into the jazz-soaked Chicago of the 1920s: a world of crime, desire, fame, and women determined to take ownership of their stories. Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly’s media-savvy cunning meets Bob Fosse’s signature choreography. Every move, every pause, carries weight. What unfolds under the lights is more than a murder story—it’s a biting commentary on justice, the media’s applause, and society’s obsession with fame.</p>



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<p>Since its 1975 Broadway debut, <em>Chicago</em> has rewritten the rules of what a musical can say, how it can move, and why it still matters. With its razor-sharp satire, magnetic choreography, and sly jazz pulse, this show has outlasted trends and eras, securing its place as one of the most iconic works in American theatre history.</p>



<p>Now, as part of its European tour, the world’s longest-running American musical arrives in Istanbul. Staged at Zorlu PSM for just eight nights, <em>Chicago</em> offers more than a performance—it creates a world that transcends time.</p>



<p>This production stays loyal to the legendary 1996 Broadway revival, with its minimalist stage design and exacting choreography. The stripped-back aesthetic shifts full attention to the body, the gesture, the stance, the glance. John Kander’s compositions and Fred Ebb’s lyrics don’t just accompany the story—they propel it forward with every sharp syncopation and rising note. And of course, Bob Fosse’s visual signature is embedded in every detail—playful, cynical, and undeniably seductive.</p>



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<p>What makes this production truly striking isn’t just its technical brilliance—it’s the commanding presence of the cast. Comprised of top names from the West End and Broadway, these performers know exactly what <em>Chicago</em> is about: being seen, being consumed, and owning the spectacle.</p>



<p>As the choreography locks into place, each actor anchors themselves in an accessory: a fedora waiting on a corner stool, old newspaper clippings&#8230; The spirit of the story lives not just in the dialogue, but in the costumes, music sheets, and fleeting glances backstage.</p>



<p>Each character that steps onstage carries more than a role—they embody a time and spirit. Velma Kelly walks with quiet rage; Roxie Hart’s every smile echoes a hollowed-out hope. These performers aren’t just dancing—they’re reconstructing a society, a media machine, a justice system from a past era that doesn’t feel so far removed. The orchestra moves like an invisible metronome, keeping time with every shifting emotion.</p>



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<p>When the curtain rises at Zorlu PSM, we’re not just witnessing a musical. We’re stepping into a cultural artifact that reflects its era—and ours. <em>Chicago</em> is not just a story of crime, desire, and fame; it’s a time capsule, offering a mirror to our fascination with scandal and our hunger to be seen. Onstage and off, it’s a collective force—where past and present meet in perfect, provocative harmony.</p>



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<p>And when the show ends, the finale is far more than just a bow. The lead actresses return to the stage holding bouquets made up of eight red roses. Each rose is a tribute to the eight women at the heart of the story. As the performers toss the flowers into the audience, they aren’t simply offering thanks—they’re sharing the voices, emotions, and lingering defiance of the women whose stories shaped the night. In <em>Chicago</em>, even the curtain call is not just a gesture—it’s part of the narrative. Every flower thrown strengthens the invisible bond between stage and spectator.<br></p>


Chicago at Zorlu PSM: Jazz, Justice, and the Pulse of a City


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">In the cultural heart of Hong Kong, there is a hotel that not only offers accommodation &#8211; but also brings the transforming face of contemporary art to the world. The Peninsula Hong Kong is once again bringing its “Art in Resonance” program, launched in 2019, to the stage with the 2025 edition. This year&#8217;s exhibition runs in parallel with Art Basel Hong Kong and transforms the hotel&#8217;s architectural memory into a timeless gallery with works by three powerful artists.<br></h2>



<p>Developed in collaboration with the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&amp;A), the program offers a glimpse into both the past and the future. Featuring works by Hong Kong artists Phoebe Hui and Chris Cheung (h0nh1m) and Shanghai&#8217;s Lin Fanglu, this selection brings contemporary art to hotel guests in a serendipitous way &#8211; with a sense of wonder and a quiet but profound impact.</p>



<p>Phoebe Hui&#8217;s monumental 56-square-meter installation documents the evolution of the moon on the hotel&#8217;s facade. Laser-engraved aluminum plates carry images of the moon, from 17th-century astronomical drawings to today&#8217;s open-source data. “Lunar Rainbow” is not just a visual work; it is a meditation that combines the resilience of the moon with the hope of survival. Playing with light, this work integrates when viewed from a certain angle, offering the visitor a surprising visual experience.</p>



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<p>Located in the elegant lobby of The Peninsula, “She&#8217;s Bestowed Love” is a monumental red wall by textile artist Lin Fanglu. Conceived as an allegory of feminine strength and protection, the work takes shape like the circumferential rings of childbirth. Inspired by the traditional techniques of the Bai people of Yunnan, Fanglu borrows the spirit of Gaia from mythology to interpret the multi-layered journey of today&#8217;s woman. After its presentation at The Peninsula, this work will be the star piece of the “Chinese Contemporary Studio Crafts” exhibition at the V&amp;A South Kensington, opening in the fall of 2025.</p>



<p>Located in one of the hotel&#8217;s iconic spaces, The Verandah, “The Flow Pavilion” is like a reinterpretation of the Zen garden in the digital age. As a kinetic sphere glides across a specially woven silk carpet, viewers are both invited on a meditative journey and introduced to the internalizing side of technology. Guided by Cheung&#8217;s own brainwave data, this experience rewrites ancient mindfulness practices with today&#8217;s codes.</p>



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<p>The Peninsula does not only host an exhibition; it offers unique experiences that bring its guests together with different forms of art. Special desserts inspired by the works in The Lobby, artistic cocktails, tea ceremonies with matcha mochi, or accommodation packages paired with art&#8230; All these are examples of how the hotel can weave contemporary art into luxury. Every detail aims to create both an aesthetic and intellectual encounter.</p>


Art in Residence, Art in Resonance: The Peninsula Hong Kong Curates a New Kind of Presence

Navigating the Interstitial w/ Defne Ayas


<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>French DJ and producer Dabeull is one of the contemporary representatives of funk and disco music.</strong> His style that blends retro textures with modern electronic sounds, sets him apart on stage. We experienced this uniqueness up close during Dabeull&#8217;s night in Istanbul.</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">We caught up with Dabeull during Selectist&#8217;s &#8220;Are You Disco?&#8221; night at Frankhan. His performance offered the audience more than just music—it delivered a vibe, a soul, and a full-on experience.</h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">An artist who carries the evolution of disco from past to present in his music, Dabeull captured attention with his performance. He doesn’t follow a specific ritual before going on stage, but his natural presence and energy while performing make him stand out.</h2>



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<p><strong>“Disco culture has changed a lot. New instruments and samplers have emerged; we could say it transformed into house music. But we’re still trying to keep that spirit alive.”</strong><br>– Dabeull</p>
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<p><strong>Do you have any special rituals before going on stage?</strong><strong><br></strong> Not really. Sorry if that’s a bit disappointing, but I don’t have a specific ritual. Whatever comes… I just fool around a little, that’s it.</p>



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<p><strong>How do you think disco culture has evolved over the years? Does it still carry its original spirit today?</strong><strong><br></strong> It’s changed a lot, of course. New instruments, samplers came into play—it turned into house music, you could say. But we’re still trying to keep that spirit alive.</p>



<p><strong>How does the energy you get from the audience affect your music while you’re performing? Do you change your set depending on the moment?</strong><strong><br></strong> Yes, I usually adapt in real time during DJ sets. For live performances, though, we take notes as a team after every show—how people reacted, which transitions worked, what made them dance… All of that is communication for us. It’s not the same in Japan, France, or the U.S. Every place has its own vibe.</p>



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<p><strong>&#8220;It’s not the same in Japan, France, or the U.S. Every place has its own vibe..&#8221;<br></strong>– Dabeull</p>
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From France, with Funk: Dabeull


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Fifteen years in, Jacquemus is no longer the young brand. It’s the archive in motion. The signature re-seen. The silhouettes that once defined a mood now returned with intent.</h2>



<p>With <em>Les 15 Ans</em>, Simon Porte Jacquemus turns his own past into material—revisiting iconic pieces not as nostalgia, but as code. La Robe Saudade. La Robe Favola. La Robe Col U. Not replicas, but reflections. Each shape re-entered with new proportion, each reference softly re-edited. It’s a look inward that points forward.</p>



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<p>This is not a greatest hits collection. It’s a conversation between eras, stitched from memory. The draped lines of <em>La Robe Castagna</em> (2024) sit beside <em>La Robe Riviera</em> (2018), recalling both the sensuality of La Bomba and the sculptural rhythm of Les Sculptures. The result is less about chronology, more about instinct. An emotional map of Jacquemus—the obsessions that return, the shapes that stay.</p>



<p>More than a collection, <em>Les 15 Ans</em> is a portrait. Of a brand in flux, yes—but also of a woman whose style doesn’t follow time, it rewrites it. Slipped dresses, micro skirts, and sixties necklines become fragments of a larger language: one that has always said more with less.</p>



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<p>Unfolding across Galeries Lafayette in Paris and Saks Fifth Avenue in New York, the collection lives not just in boutiques, but in windows—like poems framed for passing strangers. It’s a celebration of where Jacquemus has been. But more importantly, it reminds us: the brand has only just begun speaking.</p>


JACQUEMUS: LES 15 ANS — A MEMORY, CUT ON THE BIAS


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">For Spring/Summer 2025, Paloma Wool steps sideways from conventional campaign structure, inviting artist and photographer <strong>Fumiko Imano</strong> to construct an atmosphere rather than a narrative. The result is a collection of images that feel more like scattered memories than fashion photography—fragile, surreal, and quietly staged.</h2>



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<p>Known for her intimate self-portraiture and analogue collages, Imano builds a visual space where identity is fluid, moments are doubled, and reality is gently tampered with. This season, that same language is applied to Paloma Wool’s SS25 collection, where clothing appears as an extension of character rather than product—another layer in a carefully constructed fiction.</p>



<p>The campaign features <strong>Petra Collins</strong>, absorbed into Imano’s world of mirrored gestures, soft interiors, and imperfect symmetry. The scenes feel domestic yet distant—like pages from a family album that never existed, or snapshots from a dream only half recalled. There’s an intentional awkwardness to it all: figures doubled but not quite identical, spaces familiar but somehow off-kilter. It’s this tension between the known and the imagined that gives the campaign its weight.</p>



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<p>Nothing is overworked. The garments—loose knits, washed silks, soft tailoring—drift through the images with a natural ease. They are lived-in, unhurried, and grounded in the kind of real-life rhythm Paloma Wool has always embraced. And yet, through Imano’s eye, even the most understated look carries a certain theatricality, a sense of being part of a scene that’s been quietly choreographed.</p>



<p>There is no storyline here, no obvious statement. Instead, the SS25 campaign functions more like a memory exercise: a fragmented visual diary that explores the space between intimacy and invention. Imano’s analog approach—the visible seams, the hand-cut collages, the subtle imperfections—resists the hyper-slick polish of traditional fashion imagery. This is not a campaign that tries to be definitive. It lingers, suggests, and slowly unfolds.</p>



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<p>In the world of Paloma Wool, looks are worn more like clues than declarations. And with Imano behind the lens, those clues become part of something deeper—something personal, unstable, and beautifully unresolved.</p>


PALOMA WOOL SS25: FRAGMENTS OF A FICTIONAL MEMORY


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">This year, Lexus didn’t come to Milan to talk about torque or top speed. It came to talk about energy—the kind you don’t always see, but definitely feel.</h2>



<p>At Salone del Mobile 2025, the brand parked its usual identity at the door and stepped into something softer, stranger, and a little more intuitive. The centerpiece was A–Un, an immersive installation created by Japanese studios SIX and STUDEO. Think: a massive butterfly made of bamboo strings that moves in sync with your heartbeat. It doesn’t look like a car, but somehow it makes you think about what driving could feel like if the car actually cared how your day went.</p>



<p>There’s something bold about a mobility brand that doesn’t show a single car. No dashboards, no prototypes, no hype reel. Just breath, texture, and silence. Lexus seems to be betting that the future of movement isn’t about going faster—but about being understood.</p>



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<p>Elsewhere in the space, the vibe continues. Three new works—part of the Discover Together collection—offer more gentle provocations. In Earthspective, Tokyo-based Bascule invites you to see the planet not from your window, but from far above. In Our Energy Nexus, students from Northeastern University ask what happens when small, everyday gestures—breathing cleaner, walking more—are collected into something greater. And in Discover Your Butterfly, we’re reminded that minor shifts can change everything.</p>



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<p>None of it screams for attention. There are no QR codes. No hashtags. No calls to action. Lexus isn’t trying to sell you something. It’s inviting you to stay in the moment for a bit longer than usual—and maybe rethink how motion actually feels.</p>



<p>In an industry obsessed with speed, scale, and spectacle, this kind of restraint feels radical. Lexus doesn’t offer answers. But it leaves space for better questions.</p>


LEXUS AT MILANO DESIGN WEEK 2025: A LANGUAGE BEYOND MOVEMENT


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Saint Laurent’s Spring/Summer 2025 campaign does not unfold on a runway or through the lens of a camera—it arrives by brushstroke. Under the direction of Anthony Vaccarello, the French house turns to celebrated painter Francesco Clemente, inviting him to interpret the season’s collection not as fashion imagery, but as fine art.</h2>



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<p>The resulting portraits do more than depict clothes—they suggest personas. Zoë Kravitz, Isabella Ferrari, Penelope Ternes, and Ajus Samuel appear not as models, but as characters suspended in color, softness, and form. Clemente’s canvases bypass the need for definition; each subject is rendered with the intimacy of a memory and the composure of mythology.</p>



<p>This is not Saint Laurent referencing art—it is Saint Laurent becoming it. With a nod to the brand’s painterly lineage, from Yves Saint Laurent’s Van Gogh-inspired collection in 1988 to Vaccarello’s current cultural projects, the campaign bridges decades of creative instinct. Clemente’s work continues that dialogue, echoing the house’s mid-’80s boldness while softening it with his own visual vocabulary.</p>



<p>On canvas, brocade jackets, lace blouses, and razor-sharp tailoring shift into new dimensions. These are not looks captured in motion, but garments distilled into essence. They carry sensuality without spectacle, structure without rigidity—clothing as aura.</p>



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<p>The campaign functions as both a meditation and a mirror, capturing a moment in which Saint Laurent doesn’t just dress a woman but studies her. Through Clemente’s touch, the SS25 collection becomes something quieter, more reflective. A wardrobe rendered not for the archive, but for the imagination.</p>



<p>In a time where fashion imagery often leans toward immediacy and overload, this collaboration slows everything down. And in doing so, it leaves something behind—images that don’t just sell clothes, but suggest how it feels to inhabit them.</p>



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SAINT LAURENT SUMMER 2025: CLOTHES AS PORTRAIT, MEMORY AS FORM


<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Sometimes it feels like we’re all magnets—attracting chaos, pulling at meaning, pushing away what doesn’t fit. It’s a constant dance to feel in control, to map some kind of direction. Creativity? It’s the opposite. It’s the storm that tears up your careful plans, flips the table, and leaves you staring at something raw and unignorable. In this beautiful mess, our paths cross with Joe Boyd, a mixed media artist whose work is just as untethered and transformative as the process behind it. His creations feel like they’ve been pulled from a dream, warped and stretched into something new, yet hauntingly familiar. Call it serendipity, call it the law of attraction—whatever it was, it sparked something undeniable.</strong></h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Joe’s creative process is chaos with intention, a dance between spontaneity and precision that thrives on the unpredictable. He turns overlooked objects into narratives that demand your attention. “It’s about seeing the potential in the everyday objects we often overlook as being ordinary or banal and transforming them into something unique,” Joe reflects. His medium, scanography, feels like a perfect metaphor for his ethos—it’s experimental, raw, and unrestricted, mirroring the way he approaches both his art and his life. Each piece seems to carry the residue of its journey, a fingerprint of the moment it was created.</strong></h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Our worlds collide in this exclusive collaboration, where thoughts become words, objects transform into shapes, and ideas manifest as images. The result is four extraordinary pieces that capture the essence of this shared journey—Joe’s interpretation of our inner selves, brought to life for the first time. “An artwork has two lives: one with me and another out there in the world. Once I put it out, it’s not mine anymore,” Joe says. And maybe that’s the real confession: creativity isn’t about ownership. It’s about letting go.</strong></h2>



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<p><strong>To set the stage, could you introduce us to the universe you create through your art? What journey led you to discover and explore scanography as your unique medium within this realm?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>I’m a mixed media artist. I use unconventional equipment and processes such as scanners, microscopes and projectors, to recycle household items and other non- traditional materials into abstract pieces of art.</p>



<p>I discovered the photocopier when I was in school and used it to duplicate inspiration from library books. However, I realised one day when I accidentally moved a book across the glass, that you could distort and stretch materials. This began a journey of experimentation with manipulating images, typography and any object I could get my hands on.&nbsp;</p>



<p>I then found out I could achieve the same results at home with a scanner, and produce a digital file on my laptop that I could then edit further with software. It’s been an incredible tool of self-expression that’s enabled me to create a huge amount of art, without the need for any traditional equipment.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Your scanography acts as your signature that turns mundane objects into profound narratives. What do you aim to convey, and what emotions do you hope to evoke in observers?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>It&#8217;s about seeing the potential in the everyday objects we often overlook as being ordinary or banal, and transforming them into something unique. I work this way to prove to myself that there is beauty everywhere, even in the places people consider ugly or boring.&nbsp;</p>



<p>My hope is that this feeling is transferred to the viewer, and they are encouraged to notice the world around them with a new perspective.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>Despite being a digital art form, your scanography is deeply intertwined with the physical world, co-creating with spontaneity. How does the unpredictability of physical materials influence your creative process? Does your artwork seek to disrupt conventional perceptions or to reshape them?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>I’m just true to the ideas that come. The way I work is very natural to me, even if it seems disruptive to others. The unpredictability of physical materials is a core aspect of my creative process. When I use found objects, there’s a spontaneity and a lack of control that I fully embrace. I never know exactly how the final piece will turn out, which keeps the process exciting and dynamic. This forces me to adapt and respond to the materials, leading to many unexpected discoveries. It&#8217;s a practice that mirrors life, teaching me to be comfortable with uncertainty and always open to new possibilities.&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>By challenging traditional norms, you position yourself as a rebel against the conceived and accustomed. As an artist, do you strive to alter the perception of reality, or do you invite others to see the world through your unique perspective?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>I make art for myself, not the audience. So during the creative process I’m never worrying about how the work will be perceived. My only goal each day is to find new and exciting ideas to explore. If I can do this, then the work is already a success for me.&nbsp;</p>



<p>An artwork really has two lives, one with me in my studio and another when it’s presented to the public. At this stage I let it go and however the audience reacts is fine with me.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>A confession about yourself.&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p>I spend a lot of time dreaming. When I’m at my studio, I’m usually lost in thought. All the inspiration we ever need can be found in the subconscious mind, so I’m always deep in there, searching for my next idea.</p>



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<p>You can visit <a href="https://thisisjoeboyd.com">https://thisisjoeboyd.com</a> to learn more about the artist and explore recent works.</p>


Beyond the Conceivable w/Joe Boyd


<p>The CHANEL Fall-Winter 2025 Ready-to-Wear collection takes center stage beneath the glass roof of the Grand Palais, where dreamlike illusions unfold in movement and proportion. Against a scenographic masterpiece by Willo Perron—black ribbons twisting between floor and air—the collection plays with perception, shifting scales of size and silhouette with effortless elegance.</p>



<p>At the heart of the collection, classic CHANEL codes—bows, pearls, tweed—are reinterpreted through exaggerated volumes and layered textures. Mini jackets meet floor-length trousers, oversized poplin shirts graze the ankles, and cape-like constructions morph into tailored forms. In a play of contrasts, jewel-buttoned tweed jackets stretch into long coat dresses, while diaphanous capes soften structured suits.</p>



<p>The bow, a defining House signature, appears everywhere: sculpted into openwork knits, draped over shoulders in ribbon motifs, or cascading down black down jackets and sweatpants. Accessories embrace this spirit of illusion—pearls transform into heels, cross-body bags mimic oversized jewelry, and maximalist rhinestones turn adornment into statement.</p>



<p>Layering adds another dimension, with trompe l’oeil effects blurring distinctions between garments. A micro-jacket in grenadine tweed reveals a flash of silk lining, while tailored trousers peek from beneath a buttoned wrap skirt. Sheer tulle overlays create shifting silhouettes—puffed sleeves floating over jackets, transparent capes extending the lines of a suit.</p>



<p>Delicacy finds its place in the softness of chiffon jeans, silk woven to resemble tweed, and ribbon-printed fabrics that drift like whispers in the wind. Organza parkas, black wool lace trench coats, and 3D petal plastrons evoke a poetic, fairy-tale sensibility, punctuated by sock-ankle boots and sculptural satin details.</p>



<p>Between illusion and mastery, the CHANEL FW25 collection captures the tension between structure and fluidity, past and present, tradition and reinvention. A vision of femininity in motion—impossible to define, yet instantly recognizable.</p>



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CHANEL FW25: A THEATRICAL EXPLORATION OF TIME, SCALE, AND ILLUSION


<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The shutter clicks, and the moment freezes—right when intimacy and revelation begin their dance. Through the lens, we glimpse Sam Penn capturing real moments, real stories, as if each shot were a page in a personal diary written for the world to read.</strong></h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Penn’s work pulls us into spaces of unfiltered connection, transforming the everyday into quiet, radical statements. “I usually have close relationships with my subjects. If someone is in my life, chances are I will photograph them.” he says, piecing together fragments of friendship, love, and change. Each photograph in&nbsp;<em>Bad Behaviour</em>&nbsp;stands strong on its own, yet together, they resonate louder as parts of his story—an open invitation to see life as it is and as it might be.</strong></h2>



<p><strong>DUYGU Let’s go back to the time you said photography is “it” for you. How did it all start? Could you tell us more about your creative practice?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM </strong>I started taking pictures on disposable cameras that my mom would buy for me when I was very young. My first photos were of my parents and my two younger sisters. My mom took a lot of photos of our family with her film camera and we had stacks of photo albums that I always loved to leaf through. My grandmother and my father’s mother, was the same way. She had an Olympus Stylus and would let me shoot a few frames whenever I asked.&nbsp;</p>



<p>My practice of taking photos continued on from there, and my subject matter, my friends and family, has remained constant. I shoot when I’m spending time with other people and I like to think of my practice as a social one. When it comes time to make a show or a zine, I do my selection from my archives.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU Could you please tell us the story behind “Bad Behaviour”?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> The show is titled after Mary Gaitskill’s 1989 collection of short stories called “Bad Behaviour”. I read it this past year while I was going through some significant life changes. The stories about people living in the Lower East Side of New York, dealing with heartbreak and disappointment and trying to survive through it all reminded me of my own life.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In the collection, Gaitskill uses a device to reconstruct memory through flashes of connected imagery, and I found that I could use something similar to sequence my photos. The show depicts a reminiscence of the end of a relationship and the beginning of another, in the lifespan of nine photographs.&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU What inspires you the most about New York?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> I moved to New York because of the city’s history. I loved the work of photographers like Nan Goldin, David Armstrong, and Peter Hujar and thought I could get a glimpse of what their lives were like if I came to the city myself. The friendships I’ve made here are the reason why I stayed.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU How important is storytelling in your photography? How do you ensure your shots communicate a strong narrative?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> I like to think my photographs can stand on their own when they are shown separately, but with this collection of photos, they are stronger together in sequence. In the show and zine, I tried to establish a narrative based on the progression of the photographs.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU The “Bad Behaviour” series; feels super “brutal”. What does the word “brutal mean to you?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> I would not categorize the series as brutal per se. I was going through a lot when I took most of the photos, and I think the range of my emotional states, wants, and needs, were all over the place&#8230; Though I’m happy that people feel however they want when engaging with my work.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU How do you choose your subjects?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> I usually have close relationships with my subjects. If someone is in my life, chances are I will photograph them. I shoot some people more than others based on their willingness to participate in the work.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU What is the feature that separates photography from other art forms?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> I like how taking photos of people requires social interaction. It seems like with other mediums, production tends to be more solitary.&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU A confession about yourself?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> No.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU Any advice for creatives?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>SAM</strong> Figure out the art you like and the art you don’t like, and try and have an understanding of why you like them or not. Be wary of other people’s advice&#8230;You have to figure out what works best for you!&nbsp;</p>



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Define intimacy. w/ Sam Penn

Through your own voice w/ Lamia Al Otaishan Aydın


<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Does being in-between always mean fitting in? Or is it a way of forming reality through conceptual ways? Either way, the fact remains the same—reality is nothing but a misconception.&nbsp;</strong></h2>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The mundane has a lot of stories to tell, if you know where to search for it. When you stick your fingers through the cracks of reality, you’ll find yourself in the playground of Alessandro Malossi. Images are often quiet, but here they speak louder than words. Each piece is a deliberate provocation, crafted to make the familiar feel unnervingly strange. He is a provoker, in his unique ways “By altering reality, I can evoke new perspectives and challenge preconceived notions.” Think you’ve got it figured out? Come take a closer look then.</strong></h2>



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<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Let’s start from the beginning. How did you start?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I’ve been fortunate enough to always have a clear sense of what I wanted to do with my life. From a young age, I was drawn to creative expression. I remember filling the walls of my house with drawings—much to my mother’s frustration at the time. Eventually, she also recognized that art was my true calling. Since then, my parents have been incredibly supportive, encouraging my passion and making sure I had the resources to pursue my studies. Their unwavering belief in my vision allowed me to fully dedicate myself to my artistic journey.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>What urges you to create?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> It’s the one thing that gives me a profound sense of safety and purpose. I often describe it as my life’s mission, something that gives me direction. There’s a deep-seated urge to create within me, it’s an integral part of who I am. Without it, I would feel lost, as if I wouldn’t know how to navigate the world.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>How would you describe your art to someone who has never seen it?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I would say my art exists at the intersection of irony, discomfort, and impact. It challenges the viewer, sometimes unsettling them in a way that prompts reflection. There’s a strong undercurrent of humor and wit layered within themes that disrupt the norm, creating a visual experience that stays with you long after you’ve seen it.&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Do you use art as escapism or as a way of reflecting who you are?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I think it’s an equal balance of both. On one hand, art allows me to step into a different reality, to disconnect from the pressures of daily life and immerse myself in a world of my own creation. In the other, it&#8217;s a reflection of my inner self, a way to express who I am, my experiences, and how I percieve the world. It’s a delicate dance between escaping and revealing.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Could you share some insights into your creative process?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> It’s quite fluid, often influenced by the world around me and my own instincts. Sometimes, I draw inspiration from everyday life, transforming mundane experiences into something more profound. At other times, I delve into universal themes that everyone can relate to, aiming to resonate on a broader level. Then, there are moments when my ideas seem to emerge spontaneously, without any specific trigger, as though they were already there, waiting to be realized.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Do you have any advice for creatives?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> My biggest piece of advice is to embrace vulnerability and take risks. Don’t shy away from exposing yourself and your ideas, even if it feels uncomfortable. Focus on creating things that speak to you personally, rather than worrying about pleasing others. Art should be an authentic expression of your vision, not a bid for approval. Experiment with different approaches, and don’t be afraid to fail along the way—it’s all part of the process.&nbsp;</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>What do you think originality means in terms of art? How do you stay true to yourself in your work in this world of constant exposure?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> Originality is complex. For me, it comes from the consistency of one’s vision and voice. I focus on creating a distinctive aesthetic through recurring themes and subjects, both conceptually and visually. Even in a world flooded with content, I stay true to myself by revisiting ideas and motifs that resonate deeply with me. In a way, consistency becomes its own form of originality, reflecting the unique perspective through which I view the world.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>The relationship between social media and your work: is it the best way to spread it?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> In today’s digital age, social media is undeniably one of the most effective platforms for sharing and spreading art. It offers unparalleled access to a global audience and provides immediate feedback and engagement. Though it has its limitations, I believe it&#8217;s an indispensable tool for any contemporary artist.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>What role does abstraction play in your art, and how does it serve as a medium for exploring deeper truths?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> In my case, I wouldn’t necessarily call it abstraction, but rather a form of surrealism. I enjoy taking familiar objects and completely transforming them, stripping them of their conventional meanings and imbuing them with new significance. This process allows me to explore deeper truths and question the way we interpret the world around us. By altering reality, I can evoke new perspectives and challenge preconceived notions.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>How does your artistic process mirror the complexities of modern life? Is there a specific narrative you aim to convey through your work?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> A recurring theme in my work is a focus on contemporary issues. I aim to engage with topics that are relevant and reflective of the world we live in, but always through my own perspective. My art doesn’t just mirror modern life—it critiques and reinterprets it, pushing viewers to question the status quo and consider alternative viewpoints.</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Given that your methods are far from traditional, in what ways do you think your cultural background influences your artistic vision and the themes you explore?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I believe that meaningful art requires a strong foundation in culture and history. While my work isn’t overtly tied to any specific cultural tradition, my understanding of the world, along with my awareness of past and present events, shapes the way I approach my art. My background gives me a framework to push boundaries and explore themes that resonate not just with me, but with society at large. In this sense, social media becomes a venue for dialogue—almost like an open exhibition space.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>What can you say about the importance of viewer interaction with your art? Can you discuss the role personal interpretation plays in the meaning of your work?</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I place a great deal of importance on viewer interaction. I intentionally leave a lot of room for personal interpretation, often giving my pieces generic titles to avoid imposing a fixed narrative. This allows the viewer to engage with the artwork on their own terms, bringing their unique experiences and perspectives into the dialogue. In this way, the meaning of my work is always evolving, shaped by the ongoing interaction between the art and its audience.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>How do you envision the future of your artistic practice? Are there new themes or mediums you are excited to explore?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I’m currently exploring art direction more extensively, which feels like a natural progression for me. I think it’s time for my art to take a leap beyond the digital sphere and evolve into something that encompasses a broader range of mediums and experiences. The possibilities ahead are endless, and I’m genuinely excited to see where this journey will take me.</p>



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<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>Do you care about people’s opinions on you?&nbsp;</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> To a certain extent, yes. While I don’t let others’ opinions dictate my creative choices, I do believe in maintaining a dialogue with your audience. That said, I prioritize staying true to myself and my vision, even if that means not always meeting others’ expectations.</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>One thing you can’t live without.</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> Definitely my iPad and good music. They’re essential tools for my creative process and help me stay focused and inspired while I work.&nbsp;</p>



<p><strong>DUYGU</strong> <strong>A confession about yourself?</strong></p>



<p><strong>ALESSANDRO</strong> I suffer from anxiety at levels that feel almost cosmic in scale. It’s something I’ve learned to manage, but it’s always there in the background.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



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