Haute Couture for Beyond Noise Volume 4 2025.26
/Issue 4 of The Beyond Noise [IG] biannual, founded in 2024, shares a beautiful haute couture story, styled by co-founder Sarah Richardson.
The large model cast includes Ajus Samuel, Bodine Van Galen, Boma Sunday, Dana Smith, Ella Dalton, Lauren Huyskens, Libby Taverner, Rosalieke Fuchs and Wali, lensed by Robin Galiegue [IG]./Hair by Benjamin Muller; makeup by Lucy Bridge
Read More'Edge of the World' Shot by Alasdair McLellan and Lessons of Ancient Rebellion in a Changing World
/'Edge of the World' Shot by Alasdair McLellan and Lessons of Ancient Rebellion in a Changing World
The May 2025 issue of Bazaar Italia adds a wonderful phrase in translation with a new twist. It inquires what beauty is for us, beyond a concept reduced to an “orgasm of the ego”.
Rather, this process illuminates the free expression of oneself, which evolves with our person and with the passing of time.
It’s possible — not probable — but possible in the world of fashion, that this focus could take hold not only under the umbrella of humanist thought, but now influenced further by Pope Leo and his beliefs as a member of the Augustinian order.
The Commitment to Educating Oneself: The Good, the Bad and the Indefensible
Augustinians have a deep commitment to the idea that each of us has the opportunity to embark on an inner journey towards understanding and cultivating a deeper relationship with God.
In America, where young white men are the primary drivers of a closer relationship to faith, the focus is regaining control, in my opinion.
There is a much richer vision for young people that is embedded in humanism — as expressed by designer Brunello Cucinelli. Remember that humanism came together in launching the Renaissance with both a secular wing and a religious wing. They were not identical but highly compatible in their views and values.
Read MoreDana Smith's Glam Style Lensed by Jonathan Frantini for d la Repubblica April 20, 2024
/British model Dana Smith is styled by Laetitia Gimenez Adam in ‘A New Paragraph’, a black riches fashion story featuring Acne Studios, Balenciaga, Celine, Courreges, Dsquared2, Ferragamo, Ferrari, Maison Margiela, Max Mara, Mugler, YSL and more.
Photographer Jonathan Frantini [IG] is behind the lens for d la Repubblica [IG] April 20, 2024. / Hair by Franziska Presche; makeup by Karin Westerlund
Read MoreLouis Vuitton Winter 2023 Ski Collection Delivers Big Style Statement
/Five models Ahmadou Gueye, Angelina Kendall, Dana Smith, Indiana Van’t Slot and Victoria Fawole convey just how important the 2023 Campaign ski campaign is to Louis Vuitton.
Marie-Amélie Sauvé styles the quintet for the winter 2023.24 campaign, with art direction by Veronica Ditting. Ethan James Green [IG]. / Hair by Damien Boissinot; makeup by Christelle Cocquet
Read MoreDana Smith Suits Up with Boss Lady Bags in DStyle October 21, 2023 by Mark Kean
/Model Dana Smith poses on DStyle’s October 21, 2023 cover, suiting up in Balenciaga with a Stella McCartney shirt and shoes from The Row.
Stylist Malina Joseph Gilchrist chooses an array of neutral tones, utilitarian-fashion coats and boss-lady bags from the usual luxury brand all-stars.
Photographer Mark Kean [IG] is in the studio./ Hair by Ryan Mitchell; makeup by Anthony Peel
Read MoreZara Delivers A Dose of Dopamine-Dressing in Spring 2022 Bold Colors Suitings
/Everywhere we look this spring, color is exploding, Zara’s Spring 2022 tailored clothes lookbook joins the march for a joyful attitude in a panorama of green, pink, yellow, orange and blue.
Models Dana Smith and Priscilla Cheseaux are styled by Lotta Volkova in the dopamine-dressing Zara lineup, lensed by Anders Edström [IG]. / Hair by Gary Gill; makeup by Inge Grognard
Read MoreW Magazine Shares 'Tour de Force: A Sculptural Approach to Spring Fashion' Lensed by Tim Elkaïm
/W Magazine Shares 'Tour de Force: A Sculptural Approach to Spring Fashion' Lensed by Tim Elkaïm AOC Fashion
W Magazine commissions a fashion ‘Tour de Force’ on the streets of Paris featuring models Anyiel, Dana Smith, Elissa Nijman, Elvina Patrick, Emi Stankovic, and Nele Visschers. Brian Molloy styles the shoot choosing Alaïa, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Hermès, Le Vestiaie, Louis Vuitton, Missoni, Prada, Proenza Schouler, Sacai, Row, Sportmax, Tory Burch, Yohji Yamamoto and more.
Photographer Tim Elkaïm [IG] captures ‘Tour de Force: A Sculptural Approach to Spring Fashion’. See the fashion credits by model at W Magazine, and a model ID collage at end of this post.






