An exploration of geographic location and freedom of action and thought—the parallels and through lines that connect climate and culture across the globe.
From genetic advancements to the latest breakthroughs in food tech and material innovation, this issue seeks to answer the question: What does “natural” mean now?
Dress Loewe, top Sid Neigum, earring worn as brooch Wingfree.
Jacket Wingfree, top Susan Fang, apron Metersbonwe Costume Museum, skirt and pants Samuel Guì Yang, jewelry Lion Shi Ji Classical Jewelry, shoes and belt Loewe
Dress Asai, jacket Le Fame, antique dress Metersbonwe Costume Museum, earrings, ring, brooches Lion Shi Ji Classical Jewelry, necklace courtesy DDR Vintage
Dress Asai, jacket Le Fame, antique dress Metersbonwe Costume Museum, earrings, ring, brooches Lion Shi Ji Classical Jewelry, necklace courtesy DDR Vintage
Cape Viktor & Rolf Couture, earrings Asai, shoes Loewe
Cape Viktor & Rolf Couture, earrings Asai, shoes Loewe
“Each single point on a map is unique, as is the culture located there. To be unique is a luxurious freedom. For me, in the fashion photography world currently dominated by Western ideals, I want to create a space for the things I am rooted in. These are the memories and experiences from growing up in China, which played an integral part in shaping my view of beauty. The concept is the beauty and integrity of Chinese flowers and plants, which are given quite a bit of poetic meaning by generations of laureates throughout history.” Leslie Zhang Jia Cheng
MAKEUP Xin Miao Hair Hua Zi MODEL Shuping Li PRODUCTION Oolong LIGHTING Dongbin Qiao PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANTS Xiaolin Jiao, Bei Yuan, Xiao Wang STYLING ASSISTANTS Shasha Wang and Qiuyi Chu at theBallroom, Cuicui SPECIAL THANKS Adam Chen Junjie
