Photography Haley Miller
Fashion Serdane Messamet
Words Tari La Fauci
Hair Michael Bui
Makeup Lucie Bouttin
Fashion Assistants Wiktoria Dubois, Al Mmadi, and Ilona Onhema
There is a world between brick surface and open space that carries the bittersweet taste of untold stories and forgotten memories. Emerged in the realm of his artwork, Tin flows and changes through the temporary play of the moment. The images capture his youthfulness and charm through the eyes of Haley Miller. She follows him through the streets of Paris, one moment flying over the ground and another resting in the warm hug of the sun. Confidence lies in exploring who we are, but how often do we really feel free enough to exist between set identities and freedom of expression?
He doesn’t seem afraid to express who he is, to add zest and colour to the dance of opposites. Styled by Serdane Messamet, the materials and compositions flow down his silhouette. Golden threads break through grey colour, becoming one with the art on his skin. Gazing through the city, contrasting shades of black and white hold the frame while delicate pinks transpire freely into the abyss. He folds and races, open arms embracing the sweep of the wind, bold, dark embroidered leather plays with soft pastel blue, like water that glistens before the sun sets.
A seeker of everyday magic, romanticising the art of creating and being. Who are you when nobody is watching? Maybe this is why his eyes rarely meet the lens, to immerse himself in the ode of the present. For a moment, close your eyes. Can you taste the sweet notes of freedom on your lips? It is a beautiful dance between identities and opposites. There is something magical about the way his body art resembles the aerial view of Paris. All the streets follow one line to and from the heart. Somewhere between brick surface and open space, he too holds untold stories and memories. This is the art that will stay forever, never changing in an ever-changing world.
above left: Tin's total look by SEAN SUEN
above right: Tin's total look and shoes by KENZO, belt by CELINE HOMME
above left: Tin's total look and shoes by CELINE HOMME
above right: Tin's total look by Colmar
above left: Tin wears boots by KENZO
above right: Tin wears eyewear by Aude Herouard
above right: Tin wears shoes by SEAN SUEN
above right: Tin's total look by KENZO
above: Tin wears sweater by Margaret Howell, pants by Colmar, and shoes by KENZO