SS26 Womenswear - Rigour & Romance with Roos Abels

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Roos Abels on Rigour & Romance, Prada Beginnings and Creative Freedom

written CHIDOZIE OBASI

Truth be told, fashion found Roos Abels before she fully understood what it was. “I got scouted in the supermarket in my hometown when I was around thirteen,” she tells LE MILE. “Then I went to Milan for the first time with my Dad to meet my mother agency, Brave models, and that’s when it all began for me.” Abels walked the Prada show a year later, and at the time she didn’t realise how big of a deal it was. “When I was about to enter the runway, Miuccia tapped me on my shoulder and gave me the kindest little smile; from that moment, my career took off.” Below, the model opens up about the importance of expression, pinch-me moments and future hopes. You’re welcome.

Roos wears a total look by VALENTINO

Chidozie Obasi
Do you feel that the relation between fashion, expression and art has grown over the years?

Roos Abels
Absolutely! I think the lines between fashion, expression, and art have become increasingly fluid. Fashion today feels less confined to trends and more connected to personal narrative and cultural dialogue. People are using style as a medium to communicate who they are, what they believe in, and how they want to be seen. At the same time, creatives across photography, music, film, and design are collaborating more than ever, which has made fashion feel more immersive and emotionally driven. I think audiences now connect with authenticity over perfection, and that shift has allowed fashion to become more expressive and artistic in a very human way.

Unpack the emotions you felt during the shoot (related to what you wore).

I loved everything about it. I really got to be different personalities while shooting this story. That’s also what I love about modeling, that I get to be this character with every outfit I put on. I had different kinds of Hair and Makeup with every outfit which made it even more fun. Creating an editorial with a whole team is always so cool especially if you’re all on one line and the vision comes to life.

Roos wears dresses by EXTREME CASHMERE and MICHAEL KORS, shirt by LOUIS VUITTON, shoes by MICHEL PIZA and hat by VIVETTA

Could you unpack a pinch-me moment in your career?

As I've been doing this for twelve years now, I must say I feel incredibly lucky to be doing this for so long and experience all these amazing moments. One of my all time favorite moments was at the Chanel headquarters in Paris for the upcoming Couture show that was coming up, and I had my fitting with the whole team and Karl ofcourse There was this insanely beautiful mint green dress hanging on the rail and it turned out to be for me!! I tried it on and instantly felt like it was meant for me, when I walked into the room with Karl and his team they all started clapping for me in my dress and it just felt like such surreal moment.

What are you most hopeful for in the creative industry and beyond?

I’m hopeful for a creative industry that continues moving toward authenticity, inclusivity, and individuality. I think people are craving work that feels real — stories, imagery, and ideas that reflect genuine human experiences rather than unattainable perfection.Beyond the industry, I hope we continue creating spaces where people feel empowered to express themselves freely and creatively without fear of being boxed in. Creativity has the power to connect people across cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and I think that’s something incredibly valuable right now.

Final thoughts and reflections

I’ve learned that individuality is everything. The more honest you are creatively, the more lasting the work becomes. I’m just grateful to keep evolving and creating. Stay true to yourself and being kind to others is the true key!

Roos wears shirts by ISABELLE BLANCHE and MANGO SELECTION, shorts, belt and shoes by VIVETTA, and tie and watch from ARCHIVE

Roos wears a total look by PRADA

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seen COSIMO BUCCOLIERI via STUDIO REPOSSI
fashion market director CHIDOZIE OBASI
fashion EDWARD PUSCA
head of production JESSICA LOVATO
make up KIM GUTIERREZ via STUDIO REPOSSI using DOLCE&GABBANA BEAUTY
hair DAMIANO SEMINARA via STUDIO REPOSSI
model ROOS ABELS via BRAVE MODELS
photography assistant ANTONIO CROTTI
fashion assistants SOFIA FARINA + DAIANA EDOSA + ALICE PELATI + LUDOVICA IEMMOLO

credits
all Images (c) LE MILE
and Cosimo Buccolieri

SS26 Womenswear - DANCING TIDES with Franceska Nuredini

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DANCING TIDES
*with Franceska Nuredini

written CHIDOZIE OBASI

Franceska Nuredini’s encounter with dance somewhat began as a joke. “As a child, I’d tried various sports, but my mother soon realised that dancing came naturally to me: I loved it and I also had a natural aptitude for it; I was very flexible,” she says. One day, Nuredini’s mother took her along for a trial lesson. “From that moment on, I literally immersed myself in my dance school: it became my whole world for seven years, years of intense study which, almost naturally, turned that passion into my career.”

Franceska wears a coat by DEAD COUTURE ICONS, a shirt by GRIFONI, skirts by MEIMEIJ and YALI, shoes by APEPAZZA, a hat by DOLCE&GABBANA, and jewellery by LAG WORLD

Combining dance and fashion becomes an innovative way of telling a story, and in this shoot, Nuredini felt at her best to convey such feelings. “Yes, I think this connection between these art forms has grown significantly,” she reflects. “Today, even in fashion, there is an ever-increasing need for expression and movement: the body is no longer merely a backdrop for the garment, but a narrative tool that brings life and meaning to what is worn.”

Nuredini sees herself as someone who works through my body and my image, but for her the creative process leading up to the final result is also fundamental. “I worked in a very comfortable and stimulating environment. The music also played an important role: it changed along with the outfits I was wearing and, as a result, my interpretation and the way I moved changed too,” she says. “Over the past seven years of work, I’ve had quite a few memorable experiences. Among the most significant was the last tour I undertook with the artist Elodie,” she freely admits. “It was an extremely fulfilling experience, both artistically and personally. On stage, I felt free to truly be myself, something that isn’t always a given in my line of work.”

On hopes, she speaks with unguarded honesty. “I sincerely hope that expression, in all its forms, continues to grow ever more,” she concludes. “Beauty and art should never stop evolving and transforming. And, of course, I hope to continue being a part of it myself.”

Franceska wears a dress by MAX ZARA STERCK and a skirt by DRUMOHR

Franceska wears a top by MICHAEL KORS, pants by DOLCE&GABBANA, shorts by MANUEL RITZ, and shoes by CASADEI

Franceska wears a top by DRUMOHR and a skirt and scarf by AVANT-TOI

Franceska wears a total look by MOSCHINO

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 AMERICO TURTORO via MKS MILANO
talent FRANCESKA NUREDINNI via SOLO STUDIO MILANO
talent manager STEFANO MANCLOSSI
photography assistant ANTONIO CROTTI
fashion assistants SIMONA VERNAZZA + ANGELINA PERSIANI + SOFIA FARINA + CHARISSE ORDINARIA + LUIZA ANGELOVA + CHIARA DE BONIS

credits
all Images (c) LE MILE
and Cosimo Buccolieri

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