Smoke, Mirrors, and Couture
Valery Kaufman starred in a dreamlike fashion editorial for Vogue Italia’s March 2015 issue. Photographed by Sølve Sundsbø, the story leaned into fantasy and illusion, with smoke, mirrors, and endless hallways creating a surreal atmosphere. The mood was ethereal and mysterious, balancing high fashion with a sense of theatrical intrigue.
This was a story where every reflection mattered, and every movement felt deliberate yet effortless.
Illusions in Couture
Valery wore couture ensembles that played with shape, texture, and silhouette. Mirrors multiplied the effect of the garments, creating layers and visual echoes. Pale makeup enhanced the fantasy, softening features and allowing the clothing and environment to dominate the frame.
Sundsbø’s photography captured the interplay of light, shadow, and reflection, transforming hallways into labyrinths and smoke into almost tangible material. Every image felt like a painting frozen in motion.
Styling That Completes the Vision
Patti Wilson’s fashion editing emphasized drama without overwhelming the editorial. Each look was carefully placed to interact with the mirrors and smoke, giving a sense of movement and dimension.
Hair by Eugene Souleiman and makeup by Val Garland complemented the surreal mood. Pale faces and sleek hair allowed the couture to take center stage while maintaining a cohesive dreamlike aesthetic.
Why It Resonates
This editorial works because it combines technical mastery with narrative. The mirrors and smoke create optical intrigue, while Valery Kaufman’s presence grounds the fantasy. Couture becomes part of the environment rather than just clothing, making the editorial immersive and unforgettable.
Final Take
Valery Kaufman for Vogue Italia March 2015 is ethereal, cinematic, and hauntingly beautiful. A smoke and mirrors fantasy where fashion and illusion intertwine perfectly.
Credits
Photographer: Sølve Sundsbø
Model: Valery Kaufman
Fashion Editor: Patti Wilson
Hair: Eugene Souleiman
Makeup: Val Garland
Publication: Vogue Italia
Issue: March 2015
Category: Fashion Editorial
Magazine: Vogue Italia March 2015
Model: Valery Kaufman
Photographer: Sølve Sundsbø
Fashion Editor: Patti Wilson
Hair: Eugene Souleiman
Makeup: Val Garland
