A Magazine - Curated by Glenn Martens

The 27th issue of A Magazine Curated by Glenn Martens—Belgian creative director for Diesel and Y/Project—explores themes of history, art, and fashion through a gothic and modern lens. Martens draws inspiration from Flemish masters, blending classic gothic elements with contemporary digital aesthetics.

A key portfolio, shot in Martens' hometown of Bruges, features iconic Belgian models like Anouck Lepere, Delphine Bafort, and Anne-Catherine Lacroix styled by Ursina Gysi and photographed by Arnaud Lajeunie. This visual journey highlights 10 years of Y/Project, weaving Martens' vision with the medieval architecture of Bruges.

This issue also examines the "redhead muse" phenomenon through Pre-Raphaelite icon Elizabeth Siddal in an essay by Nicole DeMarco, while Jordan Hemingway and stylist Robbie Spencer feature Cyndia Harvey's striking hair creations, styled with Diesel, Y/Project, and Jean Paul Gaultier Couture. Other highlights include self-portraits by Iranian-American performer Sharok on representation, Paul Kooiker's sculptural body imagery, and a transformative beauty series by Inge Grognard and Zhong Lin, featuring the cover image.