words by MAREK BARTEK

If you haven’t seen the news, Y2K is back and not going anywhere. Shot exclusively for Numéro Netherlands, this editorial is here to tell you: “You can’t sit with us!” 

Inspired by year books, the editorial plays on rebel meets school supplies aesthetic in the best way possible. Whether it is the colourful school photo background, the feel of cut out photos or added elements using colourful markers. Barcelona-based photographer Raghe Farah in collaboration with Parisian studio NEUF made sure that every aspect hits the right soft spot, and is charged with eclectic, yet positive vibe. 

The styling itself is a separate category. Stylist Gato, makeup artist Oldie Christal, hair stylist Cloé Hobi and nail artist Ines Okaci worked closely to deliver 10 looks. Each expressing a distinct personality that however mixes well with the rest of the looks and contributes to the group. Mixing up iconic Y2K pieces from brands like Jean-Paul Gaultier and Diesel with fresh and up-and-coming Marine Serre and Peter Do gives us that right hit of nostalgia with a hint of newness. All that accompanied by funky colours and hairstyles, strong make up and nails you simply cannot overlook. 

This editorial is nothing short of kaleidoscopical feel-good eye candy. 

RITTA look
Jacket / Pants: Marine Serre
Top: Xuly Bët
Bag: Paco Rabanne
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Shoes: Coperni

THEO look
Top: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Pants: Marine Serre
Shoes: Raf Simons
Bag: Diesel

IBRAHIM look
Top: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Pants: Peter Do
Shoes: Bluemarble
Hat: Xuly Bët

ANGEI
Jacket: Diesel
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Pants: jean-Paul Gaultier
Shoes: Coperni

YOUSRA look
Jacket: Balmain
Dress: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Shoes: Coperni

ANGEI look
Dress: Paco Rabanne
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Shoes: Sacai

THEO look
Puffer: Diesel
Dress: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Shoes: RAF Simons
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso

IBRAHIM look
Track suit: Y/Project
Tank Top: Busy Boyz

RITTA look
Jacket: Peter Do
Top: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Belt: Undercover
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Shoes: Sacai

YOUSRA look
Top: Jean-Paul Gaultier
Pants: Xuly Bët
Skirt: Y/Project
Rings: Jean-Paul Gaultier X La Manso
Shoes: Coperni

TEAM CREDITS
Creative direction: NEUF / Raghe Farah
Photographer : Raghe Farah
Light Ass: Ufo Hendrix
Art Direction: Nathan Sabaté
Stylist: Gato
MUA: Oldie Christal
Hair Stylists: Cloé Hobi
Nails:  Ines Okaci
Models: Angela Sichanh / Camporeale / Ibrahim Bechir / Yousra Nao / Kim Ritta
Graphic design:  Nathan Sabaté
Production: NEUF