FW25 Womenswear - Shape Shifter with Mariana Goncalves

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SHAPE SHIFTER
*with Mariana Goncalves

written CHIDOZIE OBASI

Everything feels darker in the winter. Not only do the nights draw in earlier, but the inclination to wear muted tones over vibrant offerings is more prevalent in colder months. As far as separates are concerned, neutral washes tend to dominate this time of year; replacing summer-leaning textures and bright finishes for fabrications in charcoal and black. But it’s not all doom and gloom: a muted palette can look striking against the backdrop of the low sun on a bright fall day, plus they’re more practical for the transitioning periods. Wearing a dark trouser hides any dirt or sogginess that might inevitably gather at the hemlines should you be faced with impromptu downpour or hail—you don’t have to worry about dark pieces as much as lighter shades.

Mariana wears a blazer by DEAD COUTURE ICONS ANARCHIVE, a shirt by TOMMY HILFIGER, a bra by DOLCE&GABBANA, pants by RANDOM IDENTITIES by Stefano Pilati, shoes by FRAU, bags by TOD’S and a hat by STETSON

Mariana wears a dress by TORY BURCH, pants by QUARTOATTO, hats by MONTEGALLO, LORO PIANA and ARCHIVE, and jewellery by VOODOO JEWELS

Baggy silhouettes appear especially good when rendered in a sharp hue: key in Tory Burch’s body-hugging volumes, Brioni’s duty-heavy skirts, Max Mara’s wear-anywhere toppers, QuartoAtto’s fuss-free practicality, or Ferragamo’s airy staples. The constant yearn for versatility has made way for several styles, with seams that fit close to the body but feel light to the touch. So whether you invest in a high-street iteration (see Labo.Art, Frau and Gant), a more premium piece (courtesy of Tod’s and McQueen) or choose our preferred option, exploring the many pieces out there, know that timelessness and versatility are two investments that you will not regret making. Just ask the old man on the tube, and head below for LE MILE’s best offerings to master your transitional style. You’re welcome.

Mariana wears a jacket by DAVII, a top by MAX MARA, pants by DOLCE&GABBANA, a hat by TRIPPAT, jewellery by SWAROVSKI, a belt by GANT and tights by WOLFORD

Mariana wears a cardigan by TORY BURCH, a shirt by LOUIS VUITTON, shorts by RANDOM IDENTITIES by Stefano Pilati, pants by MORDECAI and glasses by CALVIN KLEIN JEANS

Mariana wears a coat by GIOVANNI GEROSA, a sweater by GAS JEANS, a shirt by TOMMY HILFIGER, a skirt by BRIONI, tights by CALZEDONIA and boots by GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

Mariana wears a jumpsuit, shirt and shoes by MCQUEEN, and tights by CALZEDONIA

Mariana wears a blazer by MICHAEL KORS, a shirt and skirt by FERRAGAMO, a shirt by LABO.ART, shoes by A.BOCCA, a scarf by BRIONI and tights by CALZEDONIA

Mariana wears a cardigan by GANT, sweaters by TOMMY HILFIGER and MRZ, a maxi skirt by MAX MARA and a skirt by TORY BURCH

photography COSIMO BUCCOLIERI via STUDIO REPOSSI
fashion director and stylist CHIDOZIE OBASI
head of production JESSICA LOVATO
fashion coordinators ALBERTO MICHISANTI + EDWARD PUSCA
make up DIANA DJURDJEVSKI via STUDIO REPOSSI
hair DAVIDE NUCARA
model MARIANA GONCALVES via ELITE MILAN + ELITE MODEL WORLD
photography assistant ANTONIO CROTTI
production assistant LORIS VOTTERO
fashion assistants JÁZMIN TÖRÖK + ANGELINA PERSIANI + ALESSANDRO GIANESIN + CHARISSE ORDINARIA + PAULINA LUISE GRUNWALD + VALENTINA INVERARDI

credits
all Images (c) LE MILE
and Cosimo Buccolieri

FW25 Womenswear - Winter Breath by Chris Saulnier

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WINTER BREATH IN NEW YORK

Winter arrives without ceremony and breath becomes visible, movement slows, and the city begins to speak in smaller gestures. Streets empty, light softens, and New York settles into a different rhythm. A figure moves through this landscape, pausing, observing, carrying the weight of the season in posture. The cold presses close, sharpening senses and drawing attention to details often overlooked, the hush between buildings, the drag of fabric, the sound of wind against concrete.

Maria wears a dress by OOTO, a coat by Mola Walker, and a bag by Radica Studio

Nothing insists on being explained, instead, the city holds space for reflection, for quiet persistence, for the intimacy that winter creates. Winter Breath stays with that feeling, letting atmosphere guide the narrative and allowing the season to leave its mark slowly, deliberately, and without urgency.

Maria wears a trench coat and striped shirt by Wàngda, a bag by Behno, pants by Pence, and shoes by Femme Liberee

Maria wears a coat by Wàngda, a top with tie by Mola Walker, a skirt by Pier Antonio Gaspari, and shoes by Femme Liberee

Maria wears a green skirt and knit fur top by Pier Antonio Gaspari, a coat by Wàngda, and a bag by KALIEDDIE

photography + direction CHRIS SAULNIER
styling EDGAR LÓPEZ DÁVILA
stylist assistant CITLALI VILLANUEVA
model MJ MARTE
director of photography KENNY SULE
photography assistant JISHNU CHOWDHURY
hair styling HIDE SUZUKI
make up ANNA KURIHARA
producer KAITLIN BANAFSHEHA
color grading MAXIME VEIGNEAU

credits
all Images and film (c) LE MILE and Chris Saulnier

Eniko Mihalik - The Movement Rehearsal

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ENIKŐ MIHALIK
The Movement Rehearsal

Enikő wears a jacket and trousers by AERON and a top by MIU MIU

Enikő wears a jumpsuit by DOLCE & GABBANA and gloves by MUGLER

Enikő wears earrings and necklace by SWAROVSKI

Enikő wears a suit by MAX MARA, a top by THE ATTICO, shoes by DRIES VAN NOTEN, and sunglasses by TOM FORD

Enikő wears a neckpiece by MAX MARA, a skirt by JIL SANDER, socks by WOLFORD, shoes by BOTTEGA VENETA, and sunglasses by BALENCIAGA

Enikő wears a coat by AERON and a top by MAISON MARGIELA

Enikő wears a jacket and trousers by AERON and a top by MIU MIU

Enikő wears a jumpsuit by DOLCE & GABBANA, gloves by MUGLER, and shoes by TOTEME

Enikő wears a dress by the stylist’s own design

Enikő wears a blazer by AERON, a shirt by LEMAIRE, and a tie by PRADA

Enikő wears a top by MAX MARA, gloves by MUGLER, and a bracelet by SWAROVSKI

Enikő wears a coat by AERON and a top by MAISON MARGIELA

Enikő wears a coat by AERON, a top and trousers by MAISON MARGIELA, and shoes by PRADA

Enikő wears a dress by the stylist’s own design, gloves by IOANA CIOLACU, socks by WOLFORD, and shoes by ANN DEMEULEMEESTER

Enikő wears a dress by the stylist’s own design and gloves by IOANA CIOLACU

credits
all Images (c) LE MILE / Oleg Borisuk

model   ENIKŐ MIHALIK
photography   OLEG BORISUK
styling   DMITRII GRONIC

make up   NANA
hair   ROLAND
movement director   JULIEN KLOPFENSTEIN

studio   NANS
photo assistant   QIAN PETI
film / stylist assistant   VERONIKA NIKULINA