The NANO NANO fashion project looks at mixed heritage as a lived experience rather than a set of separate boxes. Growing up across South Asian, East Asian, Arab and European descent shapes your entire worldview, and generations in Indonesia experience these overlapping roots as a normal part of everyday life. This editorial translates these complex histories into a fresh visual language, letting you watch heritage dissolve and reform into contemporary styles.
Maheen Nisar steps in as the creative director and wardrobe stylist for the shoot, bringing a sharp perspective from directing New York menswear boutique E3RD to coordinate the visual elements on set. She focuses on the intersection of luxury and cultural storytelling to build a cohesive fashion identity. Nisar teams up with photographer Arief Ointoe and Maison Balans production to execute this specific vision.
Faisal Shah supplies the wardrobe through his Indonesian label DIBBA. His brand pulls references from different aesthetics to create something completely new. The garments mix traditional textile motifs with modern silhouettes, reflecting a deliberate balance of contrasting elements. The label recently presented collections at Thailand Fashion Week Autumn Winter 2025. You catch the designer merging references from different worlds to build a shared aesthetic language.
Actress and former Miss Indonesia Elvira Devinamira models the DIBBA pieces throughout the editorial. Devinamira represented East Java and placed in the Top 15 at Miss Universe 2014, and she continues to carry Indonesian heritage onto international platforms with total ease. Her background aligns perfectly with the core focus of the NANO NANO concept. Her path from pageant contestant to screen performer mirrors the fluidity of the entire project.
You analyze the specific details of the clothing to catch the broader message of the shoot. The styling traces the subtle codes of artisanship and jewelry to connect pieces from completely different regions, allowing you to experience the contrast between sweet and sharp designs while checking out the images. The wardrobe selection prioritizes comfort while offering visual surprise. The creative team shows the beauty of holding multiple cultural identities at once, emphasizing the freedom of avoiding a single defining category. You witness cultural duality translated into a wearable fashion identity.
Devinamira brings a quiet strength to the presentation by grounding the concept using her own legacy of cultural representation. She earned international recognition for her national costume presentation and continues to push her roots forward, showing her ability to wear heritage pieces with total modern ease. Her presence reinforces the idea of beauty connecting to intellect and heritage rather than spectacle alone.
Mae Nathania handles the makeup application and Ciska styles the hair to complete the looks, while Ahmad Nisar assists on set and scouts locations for the crew. Every team member contributes to this visual exploration of mixed heritage. The project presents an aesthetic completely resisting singular definition. You see cultural duality expressed freely through your understanding of the styling and photography, proving mixed roots form the rhythm of everyday life.
Lorenzo de' Nobili
Lorenzo de’ Nobili is a sound designer and composer driven by a deep passion for urban culture and its evolving aesthetics. His work explores the intersection of music, fashion and sport, blending contemporary sounds with strong visual identities. Alongside his research in urban culture, he collaborates with contemporary dance artists, creating immersive sonic experiences that connect movement, space and emotion.
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