It is not solely talent that carries a designer to the level of the legendary couturiers but rather the aptitude for breaking new ground and beginning fashion revolutions.
Ricardo Tisci is one such man who has an eye for innovation. His work is controversial and is known for receiving mixed reviews, nevertheless he wows critics with his ability to break down taboos, keep the ball rolling and make things interesting.
In his boldest move, the maverick designer caused a bit of a stir by casting transgendered model, Lea T, in his campaign for last season. However, trying to top that, Tisci has struck again by unveiling a new ad, set to break in january, featuring Albino model; Stephen Thompson.
(lea t third from left)
The true alabaster tones of Thompson’s skin can not be seen in the campaign due to the monochrome colouring, however Tisci has chosen to make everything look so white that it is porcelain, in order to bring attention to the model’s unique attribute. It’s a beautiful and striking tribute to albino people, who Tisci has long admired, “They’re very near my world” he says.
There are too few trailblazers in the world like Ricardo Tisci, i await his next strike with pleasure.
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