From Russia with Love for V Magazine

FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE

During the mega high-fashion, chic week that is Russian Fashion Week, Alexander-Julian Gibbson teamed up with photographer, Yaroslav Klochkov, to capture Moscow's "decadence and whimsy—with an eerie twist" at the Metropol Hotel. All scenes feature models in hauntingly beautiful looks and extravagant accessories made by Russian designers that were showcased during MBFW Russia.

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credits:

Creative Direction/Styling: Alexander-Julian Gibbson Photography: Yaroslav Klochkov HMU: Valerie Vitko // Production: Maya Kazenova Assistants: Ekaterina Chekhirkina + Dasha Baskova Models: Volodya Kern, Sacha Panika, Nile Shadow, and Irene Antoshkina

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