BLACK STAR — Cover

BLACK STAR

A sharp gaze framed by smudged moss-green shadow stops the eye before anything else. The glossy black leather shirt, buttoned down with a crisp collar, asserts structure through its sleek fabrication, while damp waves of burgundy-toned hair—slicked tight at the temple yet loosely cascading—channel a late-eighties rock sensibility recast for now. In subsequent frames, a deeply pleated black midi skirt pairs with a patent vinyl jacket knotted at the waist, the silhouette gaining angularity from this deliberate styling choice, and burgundy socks pulled into heels provide the lone warm accent against an otherwise monochrome palette, injecting a raw tension into the spare studio setting. Transparent plastic sheeting crumples underfoot, reinforcing an unfinished, industrial mood that heightens the visual rhythm of gloss meeting matte, shine meeting shadow. Across the series, black reveals itself in multiple textures—supple leather, reflective vinyl, flat woven cloth—while bold beauty and loosely controlled hair coalesce into an urban, defiant femininity that reads both composed and combustible.

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FAQ

What concept was the BLACK STAR editorial shot around?

A contemporary reinterpretation of late-eighties rock star defiance. Deep emerald eyeshadow, glossy black leather, burgundy curls, and patent vinyl jackets collide glossy and matte textures, constructing an urban, rebellious feminine image.

What colors and materials are used in BLACK STAR?

Black dominates—leather shirts, patent vinyl jackets, pleated black midi skirts. Burgundy socks and heels provide the sole red accent. Soft leather, shiny vinyl, and matte fabric create juxtaposed, multilayered textures.

When was the BLACK STAR editorial published?

It was published in the April 2019 issue (APR. 2019 ISSUE).