DUST CHINA * LINDA EVANGELISTA
@lindaevangelista
THE SIGNATURE OF LEGEND
ISSUE 01 OCT 2024
With an almost satirical irony, fashion has grown into a major cultural pillar, driven by digital media and a celebrity-based metric of success. Though more referenced than ever, the true meaning of those references is often lost—incredible design detail and craftsmanship overshadowed by arbitrary public opinion. We look to legends like Linda Evangelista for a path forward, knowing that her nuanced understanding of what once gave fashion its significance holds the promise of a more inspiring future. While rigid historicism can be stifling, a future without context is nothing less than diminished. Her inherent obsession with quality, creativity, and always raising the bar is the quintessence of traditions worth keeping.
The iconic supermodel joins DUST CHINA to reflect on the making of her prolific career, the incredible memories of her trips to the country, and the unwavering love she has for her work and supporting the emerging talents of today. Her advice on remaining anchored in oneself while even the most ordinary person might feel the pressures of social media’s critical eye is a valuable piece of wisdom that feels pertinent to the times.
Editor in Chief - Wish Gui
@wishgui3
Photographer - Luigi and Iango
@luigiandiango @2bmanagement
Legend - Linda Evangelista
@lindaevangelista @DNAmodels
Creative Director - Dou Qianlin
@douxqianlin
Stylist - Elanur Erdogan
@dobs_ny @2bmanagement
Casting Director David Chen
@legainsbourg
Make up - Georgi Sandev @ Forward
@georgisandev
Hair Stylist - Gonn Kinoshita
@thewallgroup @gonn24
Manucure - Leonobi Galvez
@leonobi_galvez
Interview by Christopher Michael
@chrimichael
Executive Producer - Julien Pegourier
@jpeg.ourier
Production - Myself Production
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