Ballet to Runway

Ballet is breathtaking, but its history of racism, sexual abuse and body shaming casts a shadow on its poise and grace. With the resurgence of the "balletcore" aesthetic, led by designers like Simone Rocha and MM6 Maison Margiela, "Ballet to Runway" presents a progressive take on the traditional art form. Through dynamic poses, this shoot aims to highlight the intricate beauty of ballet-inspired fashion across a diverse array of models. It also adds an avant-garde twist to impressions from the ballet classroom and famous ballet performances. The shoot even features original garments made by the stylist, who is a fiber artist.

Thank you to the Koger Center for the beautiful venue. Be sure to check out their upcoming dance performances in 2023: Columbia City Ballet's Romeo and Juliet, Paul Taylor Dance Company, Columbia City Ballet and Studio 54 and USC Dance in Concert with Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Company.

Model Name: Izzy Gentry 
Outfit 1: 
Dress: Red maxi thrifted by stylist 
Shoes: Red pumps thrifted by stylist

Outfit 2: 
Top: White tank thrifted by stylist 
Bottoms: Lace skirt from Antoine and Maxine 
Shoes: Red pumps thrifted by stylist 
Accessories: Sourced from stylist's personal collection

Model Name: Simone Harris
Outfit 1: 
Dress: Upcycled by stylist 
Jacket: Peacoat from stylist's personal collection 
Shoes: Pointe shoes from model's personal collection 
Accessories: Sourced from stylist's personal collection

Outfit 2:
Shirt: Sourced from stylist's personal collection
Bottoms: Sourced from model's personal collection 
Shoes: Flats from stylist's personal collection
Accessories: Sourced from stylist's personal collection
Gloves: Created by stylist 

Model Name: Marsh Kral 
Outfit 1:
Top: T-shirt sourced from stylist's personal collection 
Jacket: Sourced from stylist's personal collection 
Bottoms: Skirt sourced from assistant stylist's personal collection 
Shoes: Pointe shoes from model's personal collection 
Accessories: Sourced from stylist's personal collection

Outfit 2:
Top: Leotard from model's personal collection
Corset: Designed and created by stylist 
Bottoms: Sourced from assistant stylist's personal collection 
Shoes: Heels from stylist's personal collection 
Accessories: Sourced from stylist's personal collection