Off The Standards — Cover

Off The Standards

A beauty narrative emerges that erases the boundaries of convention. The opening image presents a bold yellow-green gradient eyeshadow enveloping the eye, while magenta spiral-structure earrings create sculptural silhouettes framing the face. Voluminous blonde hair sweeps dynamically across the frame, suggesting movement and energy, as a glossy beige-mauve lip anchors the look in androgynous sensuality. The second image shifts into stark contrast: sleek, polished hair and vivid red lipstick evoke classic beauty iconography, yet a beaded choker necklace in green and red—shaped into a rose motif—injects kitsch subversion. Studio lighting captures skin texture and makeup finish with precision, amplifying the chromatic contrasts and structural details inherent in each look. Altogether, the collaboration of Alicia Pastor, Alberto Molla, Gala Philippe, Mara Capllure, and Mak dismantles and reconstructs traditional codes of beauty with fearless vision.

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Who worked on the Off The Standards editorial?

A collaboration by Alicia Pastor, Alberto Molla, Gala Philippe, Mara Capllure, and Mak, presenting a bold vision that deconstructs and reassembles traditional beauty codes.

What beauty concept does Off The Standards explore?

A beauty narrative erasing conventional boundaries, featuring intense yellow-green gradient eyeshadow, magenta spiral earrings, and green-and-red beaded rose motif choker necklaces—kitsch and subversive. Studio lighting captures skin texture and makeup tactility, amplifying color contrast and structural detail.