With so many of the production pieces in place, an equal number required swift and strategic coordination to bring this vision into reality. The location itself was nothing short of dreamy-a setting that encapsulated Mediterranean elegance and provided the perfect canvas for the shoot. At Anantara Santorini, management was exceptional and made sure an environment flourished where creativity would flow with fluid ease. One of the most memorable moments of this campaign was the set design by the genius Lauren Haslam. She gave each scene such consideration and detail. But just imagine this: carefully laid tiling, beautiful but incredibly heavy, was placed alongside the glittering pool to set an opulent sun-kissed scene. With the big centerpiece-an imposing and impressive varnished wood door in classic Santorini blue-it took four days to finally dry out and really put both our patience and determination to the test. The centerpiece sported a true showstopper in an imposing varnished wood door in classic Santorini blue, though this took four days to dry out-a true test of patience and determination. The scene was completed by a sleek Vespa ready for carefree summer rides, while braided umbrellas cast playful shadows and board games brought a touch of leisurely charm to the sandy shores.
One of my fav photographers, Stef Galea, brought her beautiful and charismatic energy on set. Whether it was the angle, the pose, or capturing a quick hue of light, Stef's 'go the extra mile' made every frame special. Marilla's styling infused the shoot with an effortless dose of chic, blending contemporary and classic pieces that summed up the spirit of high summer. Of course, it wouldn't be complete without the creative director's vision, Alicija Aputyte. This resulted in a campaign that spelled summer luxury and escapism in a harmonious blend of vibrant fashion, sun-soaked scenes, and the intricate details which made it unforgettable. From the shimmering poolside set to playful captured-by-the-beach shots, every shot spoke of collaboration and artistry of the team. It was a high summer campaign that could tell not just a collection, but a storytelling, thanks to such an incredible team and a location that brought alive Santorini's iconic allure.
Client: Harvey Nichols Dubai Production: Sky Khaira Creative Director: Alicija Aputyte Art Director: Jade Chilton Photographer: Stef Galea Set designer: Lauren Haslam Head stylist: Marilla Meryl Online stylist: Kaeun Kim Models: Baran Ghiass, Hernan Cano Lopez Makeup: Kalina Klara Hair: Kavya Rajpowell Warbrobe assistant: Supriya Maskey, Frencis Joan Location: Anantara Santorini