Wallpaper* September Style Issue Cover Shoot: Fashion's Transformative Power

The September 2026 Style Issue of Wallpaper* features a cover shoot inspired by the transformative themes of the A/W 2026 fashion season, particularly Matthieu Blazy's Chanel collection, which drew on the caterpillar-to-butterfly metaphor. Photographers Antoine & Charlie and fashion director Jason Hughes created a series of images with Australian model Aylah Peterson, who embodies multiple personas in high-impact looks from designers including Gucci, Dior, Valentino, Alaïa, and Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello. The shoot took place at Landing Forty Two, an event space on the 42nd floor of the Leadenhall Building in London, managed by Spaces & Stories. Hughes explained the concept: clothing's power to forge new identity and the theme of looking and being looked at, with some images treated to resemble CCTV footage. The collection itself, described as a 'fashion pick-and-mix', moved between restraint and abandon, with models emerging from a metaphorical chrysalis with metallic hair to Lady Gaga's 'Just Dance'. Other designers explored transformation, including Prada, where models removed layers, and Givenchy, Dior, and Valentino with theatrical flair. The shoot also features a reimagined 'Le Smoking' tuxedo by Anthony Vaccarello for Saint Laurent. The article includes credits for the team: hair by Chris Sweeney, make-up by Megumi Matsuno, manicure by Ella Vivii, and production details. The issue is available in print, on the Wallpaper* app, and Apple News+.