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THE AURIC EPOCH
Editorial 4TH SEPTEMBER / Beauty Story
THE
INFINITY
OF EIGHT
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Entering a luminous loop — myth collides with modernity, pigment with performance, theatre with technology. “The Auric Epoch” is not surface but signal: beauty as an eternal return.
Eight incarnations emerge — Art Deco geometry, Kabuki drama, Egyptian ceremony, Nō stoicism. Femininity splinters into extremes: glacial, feral, angelic and defiant. What was ancient becomes radical; what was forgotten is newly weaponized.
Vampiric blush and cyber-gloss, sculptural cuts and precision liner let these faces turn ritual
into rebellion. Beauty here doesn’t follow time — it bends it.
Photographer Hristo Hristov, hair Ernesto Montenovo ,nail Jessie Allum stylist Sayuri Bloom, hair assistant Stelios Georgiadis
model Kat Lee @chaptermgmt , May Siu @lindenstaub , Orla Grady @milkmodelmanagement
Burnt-peach cheeks, plum eyes and blood-metal lips — a haunting softness rooted in Kabuki, Butoh, and Gothic Lolita. Like a porcelain doll reimagined in a futuristic opera, this look fuses traditional Japanese Kabuki aesthetics with gothic glamour. Flushed, exaggerated cheekbones in deep brown-peach tones evoke both emotional intensity and theatrical precision — a haunted softness that feels almost ritualistic. The eyelids are smoked in velvety plum, giving depth and drama, while the lips smolder in a metallic brown-red, almost blood-like in finish — controlled, yet feral.
top GIORGIO ARMANI
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep & Base Athletia Skin Protection UV Gel — to prep and protect the skin while keeping the base breathable & Skin Clear Cleanse Oil — to keep skin calm and fresh between looks. Absolution La Crème du Teint — a soft, natural base to even tone. Abhati Suisse Solid Glow stick — subtle sculpt without shine, supporting the matte theatrical finish. Eyes & Cheeks Manasi 7 Eye Glow Colour in “Jardin” — layered with a mixing medium for bold payoff. Isamaya Beauty Industrial Colour Pigments palette — plum and cool crimson around the eyes for intensity. Fluff Blush Balm in Bitter Peach — blended heavily toward the temples for a Kabuki-style flush. Lips Manasi 7 All Over Colour in “Damaskino” — a base stain of rich red. Isamaya Beauty Lip Balm in “Cardinal” — lacquered red-brown depth layered on top & Beauty Metal Lip Balm in “Chalice” and “Bronzite” — pressed together for a shimmering, futuristic finish. Finishing Touches Fenty Gloss Bomb Heat — for high-shine dimension. Fluff Face Oil — dabbed lightly to revive skin luminosity. Additional accents with Isamaya Industrial Pigments — to push color and create dramatic edge where needed.
A vision channeled through cobalt blue collides with fractured symmetry, recalling Mauro Balletti’s Del mio meglio n.7 and the angular grace of Tamara de Lempicka. Eyes lined like ancient runes evoke the Oracle of Delphi — prophecy translated into geometry. A stark fringe frames luminous lids, where sci-fi futurism meets ritual clarity. Beauty here is not spoken but coded: infinite, symbolic, unbound.
body OFF-WHITE
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep Athletia Pure Advance Serum — to prep and smooth the canvas before makeup. Eyes Morphe Eyelid Primer in Translucent — to lock in color and extend wear. Morphe Flare 9C Matte Essentials Artistry Palette — a base of matte intensity for structure and depth. Yves Saint Laurent Beauté Couture Mono Eyeshadow in Zellige — a luxe shimmer accent to elevate the eye look. Lips Absolution Le Mat Lipstick in Rouge Coquelicot — a bold, velvety red statement. Fenty Gloss Bomb Stix High-Shine Gloss Stick — layered to add luminous dimension.
A nod to WETA’s Ghost in the Shell’s cyber-geisha - This look defies symmetry and embraces disruption. Swirls of burnt peach, acidic green, and blush pink collide across the eye area like bruised florals on porcelain.
The blunt, mirror-gloss hair and the model’s icy gaze contrast beautifully with the chaos of color, creating a face that feels almost digitally constructed, but entirely human.
Diffused lips, sharp hair — this is a digital doll in a waking dream.
The pigment has been pressed and faded into the skin, breaking traditional boundaries of application. It’s beauty as emotion — raw, romantic, and quietly rebellious.
earrings Chloe
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep & Base Fluff Face Oil — for a priming glow and luminous base. Athletia Skin Protection Day Cream — SPF + hydration for balanced, dewy skin. Eyes MORPHE Solo Artist Priming Cream Eyeshadow — to anchor pigment and prevent creasing. MORPHE 9B Matte Essentials Artistry Palette — shades Vintage, Sundress, Paisley for depth and warmth. Charlotte Tilbury Palette of Beautifying Eye Trends – Emerald Effect (Crystal Pop, Diamond Dimension) — for jewel-toned highlight and brilliance. Isamaya Beauty Industrial Colour Pigments Palette — layered brights and murky hues (green, tangerine, carmine) to push the look into experimental territory. Lips Kjaer Weis Lipstick in “Affair” blended with Surratt Lid Lacquer in “Hadaka” at the lip line — for a soft, blurred stain. Charlotte Tilbury Life-Changing Lip Mask – Pillow Talk Fresh Glow — as prep or layered for glossed comfort. Finishing Touch Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Stick — optional high-gloss accent for cheekbones and under brows.
Balanced softness and intensity — brushed-up brows, a fevered flush across the cheekbones, and satin lips in the same red hue. Romanticism made raw, rebellion without the cliché of a fringe.
Velvet Rebellion: red lips on bare skin, sculpted hair, no mascara. A stripped-back sensuality that channels the stark minimalism of 1980s Comme des Garçons and the haunting rawness of Floria Sigismondi’s portraits — beauty made punk, divine, and untouchable.
top Postergirl
rings Alexander McQueen
earrings Chloe
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist — to awaken and refresh the skin. Athletia Core Balance Toning Lotion — for balance and hydration. Athletia Eye Treatment Cream — to smooth and energize the eye area. Base & Correction Fluff Base Tint in “Even” — for lightweight, natural coverage. Absolution Le Multicorrecteur — to refine and perfect texture where needed. Brows Kjaer Weis Clear Brow Gel — to hold brows in their natural shape. Cheeks Fluff Cheek Tint in “Love Sick” — a fresh flush with playful intensity. Lips Espoir Lip Up in “Red Signal” — a striking, high-impact red. Fluff Lip Oil Tint in “Cherry Bomb” — for juicy, tinted shine layered or worn alone.
Delicate yet defined, this mauve-pink look frames the face like a painting. A blush contour takes the spotlight, bridging cheek and temple with intent. Nō Masks / Butoh Movement – porcelain calm, sculptural restraint
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Prep & Base Athletia Skin Clear Cleanse Oil — to reset and calm the skin between looks. Absolution La Crème du Teint — light coverage for a natural, even finish. TirTir 15C Fair Porcelain – Glow All Day — a radiant base with luminous balance. Colour & Eyes Morphe ChromaPlus 6-Pan Eyeshadow Palette (Cumulus Candy, Taupe Tier, Champagne Splash) — soft gradients of shimmer and neutral definition. Fenty Beauty Snap Shadows Mix & Match Eyeshadow Palette (U There? / Uppaclass) — to intensify with dimensional, modern tones. Cheeks & Lips Manasi 7 All Over Colour in “Damaskino” — diffused across cheeks and lips for a flushed, romantic anchor. Morphe Hot Honeys Plumping Lip Oil — finishing sheen with subtle volume and hydration.
Geometry reigns in this platinum bob — a Bauhaus echo where form is function, precision is allure. The cut recalls Oskar Schlemmer’s sketches, but reimagined for a cyberpunk future, as if cast in a post-industrial goddess factory. Metallic bronze lids and sculpted dark lips sharpen the mood, oscillating between a 1930s cabaret chanteuse and a Blade Runner anti-heroine. Cool sensuality runs through natural-toned skin and a daring red lip, while bold brows and balmy texture strip beauty back to its raw essentials. Timeless, emotionless, endlessly modern.
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Prep & Skin Athletia Core Balance Toning Lotion UNNATURALLY NATURAL The Treatment Lotion (Cream Skin Toner) – hydration, pore refinement, and barrier care Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist (for a fresh, energizing prep) Absolution Le Multicorrecteur (to perfect skin texture) Fluff Base Tint in “Even” RMS Luminizer in "Champagne Rosé" (for lit-from-within radiance) Eyes & Brows Manasi 7 Eye Quad Manasi 7 Custom Eye & Brow Quad in Earthy Shades Kjaer Weis Clear Brow Gel (to hold natural shape) Sculpt & Define Isamaya Sculpting Stick in Rosewood Isamaya Lip Liner in Coffea Lips Fluff Lip Oil Tint in "Cherry Bomb" Espoir Couture Lip Fluid Velvet in "Bitten Rose"
Sleek and linear,futuristic elegance with sharp angles and a controlled matte finish. The clean line of white liner enhances the shape without distraction.
A modernist nod to traditional graphic eyeliner, this look relies on precision and soft contrast. A clean white wing slices across a muted eye, paired with dewy, bare lips and flawless skin. Sleek and linear, this side profile captures futuristic elegance with sharp angles and a controlled matte finish. The clean line of white liner enhances the shape without distraction.
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep * Fluff Calm Balm (for hydrated, natural lips) * Athletia Skin Protection UV Gel (for radiant, even base) * Manasi 7 Precision Mascara (to subtly define lashes without overpowering) * Kjaer Weis The Beautiful Primer * Espoir @espoir_makeup Skinny Fix Eyeliner in Pearl White * Athletia Colour Creation Eyeshadow (to softly sculpt the lids)
Balanced softness and intensity — brushed-up brows, a fevered flush across the cheekbones, and satin lips in the same red hue. Romanticism made raw, rebellion without the cliché of a fringe.
Velvet Rebellion: red lips on bare skin, sculpted hair, no mascara. A stripped-back sensuality that channels the stark minimalism of 1980s Comme des Garçons and the haunting rawness of Floria Sigismondi’s portraits — beauty made punk, divine, and untouchable.
top Postergirl
rings Alexander McQueen
earrings Chloe
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Skin Prep Athletia Tuning Aroma Mist — to awaken and refresh the skin. Athletia Core Balance Toning Lotion — for balance and hydration. Athletia Eye Treatment Cream — to smooth and energize the eye area. Base & Correction Fluff Base Tint in “Even” — for lightweight, natural coverage. Absolution Le Multicorrecteur — to refine and perfect texture where needed. Brows Kjaer Weis Clear Brow Gel — to hold brows in their natural shape. Cheeks Fluff Cheek Tint in “Love Sick” — a fresh flush with playful intensity. Lips Espoir Lip Up in “Red Signal” — a striking, high-impact red. Fluff Lip Oil Tint in “Cherry Bomb” — for juicy, tinted shine layered or worn alone.
Beauty returns — always reimagined.
Infinity is not the end. It’s the next beginning.
Sleek black bob, carbon liner, foil shimmer. This look is Cleopatra meets Kubrick — ceremonial and cybernetic.
Taking inspiration from ancient Egyptian glamour, 1920s futurism
A nod to past power aesthetics with a leap into a luminous future. This look draws inspiration from the commanding geometry of Ancient Egyptian kohl traditions and the metallic mystique of Greek myth, distilled through a modernist, minimalist lens. The sharply defined black bob and lifted winged liner slice through space like golden-age sci-fi heroines — both divine and defiant.
At the center of this vision is a foil-like gold shimmer that coats the lid in weightless radiance, hinting at cosmic royalty. The bold graphic liner brings order to the glow — like circuitry etched into mythology.
earrings Chloe jacket Versace
HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Prep & Skin Athletia Glow Oil – for a supple, lit-from-within base without heaviness RMS Beauty “Un” Cover-Up Concealer – to keep skin natural yet polished Eyes Isamaya Beauty “Industrial Colour Pigments” Palette — gold foil and carbon black layered with precision Fluff Highlighter in “Sunbeam” — metallic halo at the inner corners and brow bone Isamaya Beauty “Lash Lacq” Mascara — jet-black, lacquered lashes echoing the hair’s blunt edge Highlight & Dimension Fluff Highlighter in “Sunbeam” (carried through from eyes to cheekbones for cohesion and glow)
