Shifting Currents

In the latest issue of Atmos Magazine, titled Atmos Volume 04: Cascade, a captivating fashion story titled "Cascade" grabs the reader's attention. This story, masterfully created by makeup artist Lucy Burt, explores the idea that every action and inaction is a choice, with consequences cascading across time.

The story serves as a metaphor, with water serving as a central motif. Water can either conform to its container or gather in force, symbolising the choices we make. This theme suggests that our choices today will have significant impacts on the future, particularly in relation to the planet.

The fashion story features models Hamda Kinzi, Devontay, Dijon, Coumba, Tommy Blue, Maya Gunn, Karanjee Gaba, and Qiao Wang. Hamda Kinzi, with her Arabic/North African sounding name, is likely from an Arabic or North African country. Devontay, a name typical of the Afro-American cultural sphere, may be a Black-Creative or Streetstyle model. Dijon, with its French/African sound, could be a French-speaking model, possibly even from France itself. Coumba, a very common name in West Africa, particularly in Senegal and Mali, is likely a woman of West African heritage. Tommy Blue, with its international sounding name, could be a model with English-speaking origins or a creative background.

The story does not name any new production crew members, but AAMØ is credited for casting, Ben Pickett for post-production, Elena Scanagatta as a styling assistant, Phoebe McElhatton as a set design assistant, Alice Andrews for set design, Gabi Besevic-Simpson for casting production, and Iain McCray Martin and Jake Collins for on-set production.

Atmos Volume 04: Cascade also acknowledges the challenges facing the fashion industry, such as environmental impacts, the demand for newness contradicting calls for less production, and seasons not aligned with current climate models. However, it highlights a surge of ideas emerging in the fashion industry, offering an opportunity to revitalize discarded items and create something new from the forgotten.

Readers can order a copy of Atmos Volume 04: Cascade by clicking the provided link. The magazine thanks The Lemonade Factory Studios for their contribution to the project.

In conclusion, the fashion story in Atmos Volume 04: Cascade is a thought-provoking exploration of the choices we make and their impact on the future, particularly in relation to the planet. The models featured, while not easily identifiable without further context, add to the story's diversity and appeal.