Downtown Muse: A Love Letter to New York

In the heart of New York City, where bright lights meet deep shadows, this editorial captures the resilience and ambition that define both the city and the world of modeling. With a cinematic lens, it celebrates the dreams reawakened by the city's relentless energy and boundless inspiration.

Set against the iconic backdrop of New York City, this editorial captures the energy and emotion that make the city truly unforgettable. With its moody, cinematic feel, the shoot reflects what makes New York so special—bright lights blending seamlessly with deep shadows, motion giving way to dreams.

"There’s something about this city that stirs your soul, reawakening dreams and ambitions you thought might have faded,” says Seline.

Modeling, like the city itself, is a journey defined by resilience. It’s a career that demands navigating rejection, pushing through moments of doubt, and holding tightly to your passion. This editorial reminds us why it’s all worth it.

But this shoot is more than just a fashion story—it’s a love letter to New York City itself. This place challenges you relentlessly yet never fails to inspire. It takes everything from you but gives back even more, reminding you that no dream is ever out of reach if you have the courage to chase it.

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Dress: Wolf and Badger (@wolfandbadger)

Hat: Kat & Clarese (@katandclarese)

Bracelet & Ring: Exuberant (@exuberant_jewelry)

Heels: Dorothee Schumacher (@dorotheeschumacher)

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Jacket: Maison Margiela (@maisonmargiela)

Dress: Jevon Terance (@jevonterance)

Earrings: IN CAUDA VENENUM (@incaudavenenum_bijoux)

Ring: Vitaly (@vitaly)

Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell (@jeffreycampbell)

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Jacket: JVLAURNT (@jennifer_laurantius)

Pants: YSL (@ysl)

Earrings: Athena gioielli (@athena_gioielli)

Heels: Beautiisoles by Robyn Shreiber (@beautiisolesbyrobynshreiber)

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Dress: OLIVER TOLENTINO (@theOliverTolentino)

Earrings: Scyla Boyer Jewelry (@scylaboyerjewelry)

TEAM

Model: SELINE GRUENEWALD @selinegr

Photographer x producer: EVGENY MILKOVICH @emilkovich

Wardrobe stylist: ELENA NIGMATULLINA @_nevaneva_

Mua x hair: DIANA ARIAN @diana_beautymaker

Location: New York City, US

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