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Susanne Kindt

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Susanne Kindt is a Stockholm born and raised LA based photographer. Found a passion for photography in high school in Stockholm and moved to Copenhagen to attend a photo school and start assisting different kind of mostly fashion photographers. In search of the sun moved to California but stayed deeply influenced by Scandinavian aesthetics, often mixing natural light and strobes and working for both Scandinavian and American clients. A classic, clear and elevated point of view defined by a sense of joy and creative collaboration.

Always double backs up coming home from a shoot, listens to loud music in the car, shoots for a lot of jewelry clients, misses long Swedish summer nights, shoots with canon and profotos, finds endless inspiration and love from friends and family, does a lot of hot yoga like a lot of angelenos!

Also loves doggies, obsessed with Jack Russel Terriers! Myla is her little firecracker .

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DeMellier: Where Elegance Meets Impact

DeMellier: Where Elegance Meets Impact Mireia Llusia Lindh built DeMellier on a refusal to compromise. In a world where luxury often comes at a cost, her vision was to create handbags that are as ethically impeccable as they are exquisite. The result is a brand redefining modern luxury, where sumptuous design meets unwavering integrity.   text and fashion Ulrika Lindqvist photography Ellen Simone hair and makeup Alexandra Aronsson / Agent Bauer  photo  assistant Isabella Arnler models Izzy / Mikas  & Paulina / Mikas all bags Demellier A self described perfectionist, Mireia never accepted no as an answer. She embarked on a mission to craft handbags with no compromises. They had to embody the highest quality and timeless elegance while being ethically made and socially conscious. Thus, DeMellier was born. Each piece is crafted in trusted European factories using the finest sustainable materials. For every purchase, DeMellier funds lifesaving vaccines and treatments for children in need, proving that luxury can be a force for good.   Barcelona born Mireia settled in London after years abroad. With an MBA from Harvard and strategy experience at Burberry and LVMH, she brought a sharp business acumen to the world of fashion. A mother of three, her passion for children and women’s empowerment became the foundation of DeMellier. The brand’s name itself tells a story of heritage and modernity. De originates from her grandmother, a descendant of knights, lords, and marquesses whose lineage traces back over 500 years to southern Spain. Mellier comes from Mireia’s name of French descent, capturing her modern creative spirit. Paulina wears leather blazer  Baum und Pferdgarten blazer Tiger of Sweden top Baum und Pferdgarten skirt Tiger of Sweden stockings Swedish Stockings  heels  Vagabond sunglasses Max Mara   Izzy wears suede jacket Max & Co/Zalando shirt MQ jeans Tiger of Sweden heels ATP Atelier  sunglasses Guess  Paulina wears  cardigan AllSaints / Zalando  dress AllSaints / Zalando  earrings aim’n   Izzy wears jacket Sézane dress MQ boots ATP Atelier  sunglasses Max Mara  Each piece is designed in London by an all female team to make women feel special and empowered. The aim is to create modern yet timeless designs that stand the test of time. When creating the collections, Mireia and her team focus on the women who will wear the pieces. Each bag balances art inspired elegance with everyday practicality. These are pieces meant to carry a woman’s essentials while carrying forward her confidence and individuality.   DeMellier also serves as a platform to treasure and champion women. This commitment is evident throughout the business, from the 90 percent female team at Headquarters to promoting female talent and equality with partners, as well as regular features on female role models.   In Somalia, where one in six children don’t reach age six, each DeMellier purchase changes this. The permanent initiative A Bag, A Life channels funds through SOS Children’s Villages, turning luxury into lifesaving care. As a mother, aunt, and godmother, Mireia finds it difficult to accept the loss of a child. While some are fortunate to have access to the best medical care, millions of children die from preventable diseases at an alarming rate. For every item purchased, DeMellier funds vaccines and treatments to save the life of a child in need. blazer Baum und Pferdagrten vest Tiger of Sweden dress & Other Stories blazer Baum und Pferdagrten vest Tiger of Sweden dress & Other Stories shoes ATP Atelier  Ethical and sustainable production is a core value. DeMellier focuses on three key areas: ethical and sustainable manufacturing, sustainably sourced materials, and sustainable operations. The brand is committed to researching new materials and practices to remain at the forefront of ethical and sustainable standards. This includes extending the life of products and using the most sustainable materials possible. DeMellier also encourages consumers to buy less, buy consciously, and consider the origin and social conditions of their purchases. Together, through responsible manufacturing and consumption, a real difference can be made.   DeMellier is a London based, award winning handbag brand founded in 2017 by Mireia Llusia Lindh. The vision was to design ethically crafted, consciously made handbags that empower women while giving back. Each piece is handcrafted in trusted European factories using sustainably sourced materials. The leathers are gold and silver rated by the Leather Working Group and are by products of the food industry. 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CELINE Infinite Possibilities

CELINE Infinite Possibilities French luxury fashion house CELINE has officially unveiled its highly anticipated “Infinite Possibilities” campaign, a striking visual and creative endeavor that breathes new life into the brand’s historic relationship with silk. Lensed by acclaimed photographers Eijin Ota and Victor Brun, the new campaign introduces a meticulously curated collection of silk scarves alongside an expansion of the house’s contemporary charm series, marking a bold fusion of heritage craftsmanship and modern narrative. At the heart of the campaign is a profound reinterpretation of the traditional carré (square scarf). Long regarded as a staple of classic European elegance, CELINE has elevated the accessory from a wardrobe staple into an artistic medium of storytelling. Each piece in the collection serves as a wearable canvas, featuring intricate designs and narratives that bridge the house’s storied past with its forward-looking aesthetic.   To achieve the level of detail required for these complex visual narratives, CELINE’s artisans utilized a specially developed silk twill. Engineered specifically for this collection, the textile boasts a significantly denser weave than traditional silk. This technical innovation provides a substantive, lustrous drape that inherently alters how the fabric moves and hangs. More importantly, the specialized weave enhances the depth of color and the sharpness of every line, ensuring that the vivid imagery and sophisticated graphics printed onto the silk are rendered with pristine, gallery-like clarity. The visual language of the campaign is articulated through the distinct lenses of Ota and Brun. Their imagery captures the interplay of light, texture, and movement, highlighting the versatility of the silk scarves as they are styled in contemporary, unexpected ways. The photographs emphasize that while the carré is deeply rooted in luxury tradition, its applications in a modern wardrobe are truly infinite. Complementing the textile collection is the continuation of the “Infinite Possibilities” charm series. Initially launched at the end of last year, these highly collectible, tactile accessories have quickly become a cornerstone of the house’s identity. Designed to supplement both the women’s and men’s runway collections, the charms offer a customizable, playful element to CELINE’s signature tailoring and leather goods. Whether clipped onto an iconic handbag, worn as jewelry, or integrated into the styling of the new silk scarves, the charms embody the campaign’s ethos of personal expression and endless configuration. images courtesy CELINE photography Victor Brun The “Infinite Possibilities” collection arrives at a time when luxury consumers are increasingly seeking out pieces that offer both historical value and individual versatility. By focusing heavily on the tactile and visual mastery of silk, CELINE reclaims its authority in high-end textile craft while simultaneously engaging a younger, digitally native audience captivated by modular, narrative-driven fashion. Accompanying the announcement, CELINE has released a comprehensive suite of digital assets, including the official press release, the atmospheric campaign imagery by Ota and Brun, and high-definition product packshots. Reflecting the fast-paced nature of modern fashion media, the house has made all assets available for immediate editorial release and global distribution across print, digital, and social media platforms. With “Infinite Possibilities,” CELINE does not simply look back at its legacy; it reweaves it for the future, proving that the finest traditions of French luxury remain infinitely adaptable.

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Dior Haute Couture Fall Winter 2026-2027 Show

Dior Haute Couture Fall Winter 2026-2027 Show “I’m very involved in my studio work. The studio is my lab, so to speak.”  Lynda Benglis   The collection is a response, in the language of couture, to the work of American sculptor Lynda Benglis.   Many of the artist’s works begin in two-dimensional materials that are transformed, through knotting, pleating or moulding, into three. The art of couture enacts a similar shift: fabric is given sculptural form, accentuated when worn. Jonathan Anderson takes this connection as a starting point, elaborating on the physical gestures of hand-plissé, knotting and draping. The surfaces of Benglis’s works also come into play: simulated by the ateliers in metallic, iridescent, encrusted or paper-like fabrics. The illusion of chicken wire is created in soft silver netting.   The artist’s longstanding relationship with Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India, informs specific pieces. Her Peacock series, begun in the late 1970s and inspired by the birds she saw whilst staying at the Sarabhai family estate in Ahmedabad, are interpreted in brightly-coloured floral and beaded embellishments. Anderson’s research into this body of work led him to focus on Indian craft itself: specifically, the 18th-century tradition of chintz. These finely-woven cottons, that were typically hand-painted or block-printed, had a profound and lasting impact on European decorative arts. Antique fragments of chintz and indiennes, sourced from a specialist dealer, adorn Petit Dîner and mini Lady Dior bags.   The Ahmedabad landscape prompts a new line of enquiry for Anderson’s lab-as-couture: interested in the idea of contrasting environments, he juxtaposes its relative abundance with the arid climate and crystalline air of Santa Fe, New Mexico, where Benglis keeps a home and studio. The floral aspects of the collection, as well as its chromatic articulation, evoke these two landscapes. image courtesy Dior

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Beyond the Fairy Tale Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026

Beyond the Fairy Tale Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026 The fairy tale is over. Or at least, the old one is. For decades, Chanel has sold a carefully preserved mythology: Gabrielle Chanel as visionary founder, the tweed suit, the camellia, the house codes repeated so often they hardened into scripture. Most creative directors inherit that mythology and learn how to preserve it. Matthieu Blazy seems far more interested in testing it.   Paris was already in the middle of a heatwave, the front row visibly feeling every degree of it, but Blazy brought a sharper kind of heat to Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026. Since stepping into the house, Blazy has not treated Chanel like something sacred and untouchable. What interests him is not preservation for the sake of image, but transformation. He seems drawn to the tension between the mythology of Chanel and the possibility of disrupting it from within. That is what made this collection feel like fantasy brought convincingly into reality. It did not feel like an archive reanimated. It felt like a world being reopened.   The fairy-tale thread was there, of course, but never in any childish or overly literal way. What made it compelling was how Blazy used that language to speak about women in a more layered sense – not as fantasies, but as people who carry private narratives, contradictions, rituals, and forms of self-invention. The clothes suggested that what matters is not only what is visible, but also what is hidden: the inner life of a garment, and the inner life of the woman wearing it. That is where the collection became more than beautiful. The silhouettes held femininity in a way that felt shifting rather than fixed. Nothing was too resolved. Nothing felt one-dimensional. There was romance, yes, but also discipline. Precision. Restraint. A sense that couture, here, was not about escaping reality but about making reality feel more charged, more self-authored, more deliberate.   The point was not fantasy as decoration, but fantasy as language. At Chanel, that distinction matters. Because fantasy without structure is just styling, and craft without feeling is just technique. This collection held both – dream and rigour, private symbolism and exact construction – without collapsing into sentimentality.   Chanel presented the world, but it was never really about disappearing into it. It asked women to create their own. And that may be the boldest chapter Chanel has written in years.   imager courtesy CHANEL

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COS Ballerina

COS Ballerina Few silhouettes have captured the mood of the season quite like the ballerina flat. Blending nostalgia with modern minimalism, the style continues to evolve as a versatile wardrobe essential—and COS offers its own refined interpretation with a design that feels both contemporary and timeless.   True to the brand’s signature aesthetic, the new ballerina shoes combine clean architectural lines with soft, supple materials, creating a silhouette that is elegant without feeling overly delicate. The understated design allows the craftsmanship to take centre stage, making them an effortless companion to both sharp tailoring and relaxed, everyday dressing.   Designed with longevity rather than fleeting trends in mind, the shoes embody COS’s philosophy of thoughtful design and functional luxury. Whether paired with fluid dresses, wide-leg trousers, or crisp summer separates, they offer a quiet sophistication that seamlessly transitions between occasions. Now that the collection has officially launched, the ballerina flats stand out as one of the season’s most wearable investments—proof that simplicity, when executed well, never goes out of style. image courtesy COS

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Dr. Martens AW26: Desert Rodeo & Buzz

Dr. Martens AW26: Desert Rodeo & Buzz Ahead of AW26, Dr. Martens continues to explore the intersection of heritage, subculture and self-expression with the introduction of two new collections: Desert Rodeo and Buzz. Together, they reflect the brand’s ability to reinterpret iconic design codes through a contemporary lens while remaining rooted in the craftsmanship and attitude that have defined Dr. Martens for decades.   Desert Rodeo offers a modern take on western-inspired silhouettes, combining rugged workwear influences with refined proportions, fringe detailing and the unmistakable Quad sole featuring the brand’s signature air-cushioned construction. Designed as enduring wardrobe staples rather than trend-driven pieces, the collection balances everyday functionality with a distinctive edge. Launching in July, Desert Rodeo reinforces the timeless appeal of western dressing through the unmistakable Dr. Martens perspective.   Arriving in August, Buzz marks the next evolution of the brand’s breakout platform silhouette. Originally inspired by chunky archive styles from the 1990s, the collection returns for AW26 with elevated leathers, tactile textures and an expanded colour palette. Standout styles including the Buzz Hi Brown Gloss and Buzz 5-Eye Croc are joined by new iterations such as the Buzz Hi Croc and Buzz 6-Eye, further developing the silhouette with fresh proportions and premium finishes.   Together, the AW26 collections demonstrate how Dr. Martens continues to evolve without losing sight of its roots—moving effortlessly between western-inspired utility and bold platform silhouettes while championing individuality, durability and unmistakable attitude. image courtesy Dr. Martens

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Lazoschmidl SS27 “DAYNIGHT”

Lazoschmidl SS27 “DAYNIGHT” For SS 2027, Lazoschmidl presents at Goethe Institute a wardrobe for slept-in mornings, in-between supermarket runs and late-night conversations. A celebration of moments usually considered too mundane to be dressed for. This season began with a fascination for everything that happens at home — the moments before we become presentable to the world and after we return from it. Like quickly getting dressed and running a small errand around the neighbourhood. These small moments of self-presentation became the foundation for a new idea of dressing. It echos the FW26 concept of getting ready for people outside, but with a more intimate and personal angle.   Underwear is no longer hidden, it becomes outerwear. A temporary uniform for stepping outside and being seen. You leave the house in your swimwear, you stay out longer than planned, you invite people into your home with less preparation. The body becomes less hidden, and clothing becomes more playful and spontaneous. A new category of home and leisurewear emerges: plush bathrobes, comfy lounge shorts and ribbed cotton sets of classic y-front briefs paired with matching tanks finished with nostalgic contrast piping. The collection may look effortless and playful, but there is a strong attention to construction : developing a perfectly fitted brief, combining multiple prints or balancing unexpected fabrics requires precision. The visual universe is inspired by countless binge watch sessions of The Golden Girls and Grace and Frankie – a world of faded interiors, patterned wallpapers and the beauty of everyday domestic life. There is an interest in the aesthetics of things that were once considered old-fashioned or unfashionable and giving them a new sense of desirability. Whether it’s vintage-home series-inspired or previous-collections-inspired, Lazoschmidl gathers their collections around time : a grandmother’s floral print becomes sexy, a bathrobe becomes a coat, giraffe-print jersey trousers are paired with bougie translucent chiffon tops. Innovation comes from shifting the context of familiar objects and giving them a new meaning.   Their previous collection explored the act of becoming — the rituals of preparation, dressing and constructing an image before entering public life. This season looks at what happens once the performance is over. It embraces comfort, imperfection and the intimacy of domestic space. Being their most relaxed collection to date, it echos the brand’s will to explore and question the intimacy and the way we can perform it. image courtesy Emanuel Koroly

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