The 'First Cut' Personae Magazine Editorial is Fashionably Tough
Jana Pijak — August 11, 2012 — Pop Culture
References: personae.no & coutequecoute.blogspot
‘The First Cut’ Personae Magazine editorial displays fashions that are inspired by the elegant sport of fencing. Photographer Steffen Oftedel captures models Torkel and Ada M. in a stoic and striking portrait series that features monochromatic imagery.
Torkel and Ada are styled by Kjersti Andreassen, who dresses them in fighter-inspired wardrobe selects referencing both traditional athleticwear as well as armor in its aesthetic. The pair pull off netted masks and leather-clad capes, epitomizing fierceness as they pose with fencing sword props.
The First Cut Personae Magazine editorial exudes a rockstar edge without losing its sense of sophistication. Hair stylist Eirik Thorsen gives the model couple matching long blonde locks while their stylist ensures ensembles to remember.
Torkel and Ada are styled by Kjersti Andreassen, who dresses them in fighter-inspired wardrobe selects referencing both traditional athleticwear as well as armor in its aesthetic. The pair pull off netted masks and leather-clad capes, epitomizing fierceness as they pose with fencing sword props.
The First Cut Personae Magazine editorial exudes a rockstar edge without losing its sense of sophistication. Hair stylist Eirik Thorsen gives the model couple matching long blonde locks while their stylist ensures ensembles to remember.
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