EXCEL

A KALTBLUT exclusive. Excel is an exploration of the ways we adapt to our surroundings through body language and uniforms. Set in a minimalist office and through different mediums, we work around the idea of feeling forced to fit oneself into a mould and meet expectations. An office ballet in collaboration with choreographer and model Ivan Ugrin, shot by director Thomas Nuijten and styled by Lotte Knippers. Shot on a range of different media, from Super 8 and DV to iPhone photography. Model / Ivan Ugrin / @ivancidrian @dejaprisagency Creative / Thomas Nuijten, Lotte Knippers / @thmsgn @lotte_knippers Video & Images / Thomas Nuijten / @thmsgn Styling / Lotte Knippers / @lotte_knippers Grooming / Carlos Saidel / @carlossaidel Styling Assistant / Nanna op ’t Veld / @nannaohv Colourist / Ruben Labree / @rubenlabree Film processing and scanning / Onno Petersen / @onnopetersen Fashion / All vintage designer pieces Special thanks / Aula Amsterdam, Ilse Damsma, Jane Ferreira / @dejaprisagency Fashion — All vintage designer pieces including Ralph Lauren, Emporio Armani, Hugo Boss, Loro Piana, Saint Laurent, Zegna and Brunello Cucinelli.