Talents Harris Bell and Sae Maeda of the Royal Ballet
Photographer Cecilie Harris
Fashion Brandon Bolland
Makeup Toni Howard
Hair Saiko Hayashi
Photo Assistant Carla Vegas
Fashion Assistants Carla Frances, Tom Ward, and Bella Juliani
Human connection — it's hands on the small of a back, lips nearly touching, two bodies in symmetry, the tension and warmth in the space between them. In this story, Editor-in-Chief Cecilie Harris captures inimitable intimacy. What better subjects than Harris and Sae? They are Soloists in the Royal Ballet and life partners. Issue 19 is called "To Be Human," and we believe there's nothing more human than connection — body and soul.
With the glide of lotion on skin and a lover's embrace, Cecilie captures raw humanness. The shoot is like a synchronised dance between Harris and Sae, one that they both already know by heart. In total solace, their eyes close, they stretch out, always towards each other. This story celebrates the art of the human body, a narrative that can't be replicated.
Take in the full 18-page story beyond this teaser. Our brand new Autumn Winter 2025 issue, "To Be Human" is available to buy online.
