Venetia Scott’s editorial Young Luxury for the October 2015 issue of Vogue China captures the intoxicating mix of wealth, beauty, and attitude. Models born into old money inhabit grand mansion backdrops, dressed in intricate gowns that speak to elegance and indulgence, while their expressions remain poised and slightly aloof.
Glamour and Attitude
The shoot balances opulence with cool detachment. Gowns are lavish, detailed, and visually rich, yet the models maintain a somber, almost ironic expression that adds narrative depth. The juxtaposition of youthful beauty with aristocratic poise creates tension and intrigue.
Styling and Atmosphere
Fashion editor Beat Bolliger curates looks that highlight both the richness of the garments and the grandeur of the surroundings. Hair by Ali Pirzadeh is sleek and sophisticated, makeup by Sharon Dowsett emphasizes refined features, and nails by Laura Forget are subtle yet perfectly polished. Every detail reinforces the luxurious, almost cinematic quality of the shoot.
Key Impressions
Highlights include full-length gowns that play with texture and pattern, moments of subtle interaction between the models, and the seamless integration of fashion with the mansion setting. Each frame feels deliberate, capturing both beauty and narrative, elegance and attitude.
Verdict
Young Luxury is glamorous, refined, and subtly playful. Venetia Scott combines lavish styling, impeccable location choices, and the models’ poised expressions to create a series that is luxurious yet approachable. It is fashion storytelling at its most elegant.
Credits
Photographer: Venetia Scott
Models: Jamilla Hoogenboom, Grace Simmons, Anabel Krasnotsvetova, Inga Dezhina, Lea Julian
Fashion Editor: Beat Bolliger
Hair: Ali Pirzadeh
Make-up: Sharon Dowsett
Nails: Laura Forget
Publication: Vogue China Collections, October 2015
Category: Editorial / Fashion Photography
See the photo shoot below:
Magazine: Vogue China Collections October 2015
Models: Jamilla Hoogenboom, Grace Simmons, Anabel Krasnotsvetova, Inga Dezhina, Lea Julian
Photographer: Venetia Scott
Fashion Editor: Beat Bolliger
Hair: Ali Pirzadeh
Make-up: Sharon Dowsett
Nails: Laura Forget
