The Third Veil

During Berlin Fashion Week, Marlon Ferry unveiled a collection that transcends mere fabric and stitches—a narrative steeped in the complexities of female experience and resilience. Comprising 11 stunning dresses, this collection journeys through the landscape of the female body, embodying the themes of self-protection and resistance against a world that can often feel harsh and unforgiving. Inspired by his grandmother’s childhood during a tumultuous world war, Marlon Ferry’s collection begins with a pristine white dress, an emblem of innocence. However, as the collection progresses, it delves into deeper hues, mirroring the rising tides of anxiety and impending peril. By the seventh look, the palette shifts to deep black, invoking visceral emotions tied to destruction and turmoil—skin scorched, the world awash in red. Yet, from this darkness emerges silver—a harbinger of hope. The journey culminates in a resplendent white dress, now armoured and fortified by shades of black, symbolising a powerful readiness to confront adversity. Designer: Marlon Ferry @marlon__ferry Directors Duo KUSNU: Artem Zamashnoy @ssstreet_voice and Ola Pankova @olapankov aka @_kusnu Art director: Artem Zamashnoy @ssstreet_voice Production commissioned by Stereotactic: @stereotactic Maine Heroine: Yulia Pavlen @yuliapavlen Set designer for film video: Sasha Kuznetsova @kusnetsova_ Best boy: Nikolaus Götz @8mmkamera Original film soundtrack by: Demoleme Kome @demolem_kome Editor: Natalya Belova @tenta