OVERTURE

Photographer Francesco Brigida
Stylist Aurora Mandelli
Model Lera Potomova @ Select model Milano
Hair & make-up Gigi Tavelli
Casting Michele Bisceglia
Retoucher Veronica Pozzi
Photographer’s assistant Yuri Sarno
Fashion assistant Mattia Boscolo

Editor-in-chief Valentina Ilardi

8th January 2024

Aurora Mandelli, Francesco Brigida

A ribbed knit balaclava-dress by ISSEY MIYAKE defines her flawless profile.

LEFT – This DRIES VAN NOTEN tank-dress, made of black faux-feathers and printed silk, is styled over a ruffled pale-pink tulle skirt by SAN ANDRES MILANO and black fishnet tights by CALZEDONIA. RIGHT – Her gentle pose is strengthened by a total black armour composed by moon-shaped cape by DAVII, layered over a draped gown by ALBERTO ZAMBELLI.

LEFT – Understated lighting disclose her refined beauty, stressed by the geometric cuts of ALBERTO ZAMBELLI’s dress, fishnet tights by CALZEDONIA and the stylist’s own satin gloves. RIGHT – Disclosing her intimate dimension, she unveils a classic lace-bralette by LA PERLA, worn under a corset-dress by LESSICO FAMILIARE, created with different layers, fabrics and shades. Stockings by CALZEDONIA and shoes by MARSÈLL complete the look.

LEFT – This classic ANTONIO MARRAS look, features the defining genes of the designer. Lace, beads, tulle and wool are matched together to create a sublime outfit, crowned by the stylist’s own head-band. RIGHT – A long sheer dress by VALENTINO, made of tulle-illusion, is warmed up by a wool coat by LESSICO FAMILIARE. The look is styled with lace tights by CALZEDONIA and square-pointed boots with metallic details by MARSÈLL.

LEFT – The gloomy sky becomes one with this pale faux-fur coat by VIVETTA. RIGHT – A total look by QUIRA, composed of a wide-sleeved ruffled cape and matching long-gown, shapes her way up.

LEFT – A see-through sheer dress by VIVETTA moves through her rooftop hike, led by red booties from MARSÈLL.

LEFT – This black velvet top by SPORTMAX is worn undone, over its matching skirt and lace stockings by CALZEDONIA.

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