Photography MERT SAHIN @van__mert
Fashion brand BOTANIQO @botani.qo
Designer NICO KEPPELER @nicokeppeler
Creative direction and stage design NICO KEPPELER @nicokeppeler
Models SEITO SHINOHARA @saintxn BRANDON @brandon.nsh
Hair and makeup CARO ADEN @caroaden
Assistant MARIE FEY @france.fey
“Waldflucht,” a term stemming from the fusion of the German words forest and escape, captures the essence of residing in a relentless urban society where we find ourselves perpetually besieged by external demands and internal expectations. Within our bustling communities brimming with limitless opportunities, the true expense of this fast-paced lifestyle is frequently over-looked. Our sense of self-value and joy is typically entwined with accomplishments and material possessions that forever remain just beyond our reach. And it seems as though we are ensnared without comprehension of what impedes our progress. However, sometimes a change of scenery is all we truly need.
In nature, there are no expectations. It extends equal treatment to all, revealing its peace and beauty even in the face of challenges. Walking into a forest grounds us and inspires a feeling of freedom, reconnecting us with the Earth and providing a sense of belonging, clarity, and healing that that reaffirms our worth simply by existing. “Waldflucht” serves as a powerful metaphor for the internal battles we face and the crucial need for self-acceptance. It highlights the transformative influence of embracing our current state and reuniting with nature during periods of hardship.
