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Iris van Herpen Explores the Human Condition Via Haute Couture
The Dutch couturier thrives on taking fashion into uncharted frontiers with haute craftsmanship inspired by nature, science and architecture.
Written by Samantha Conti
Photography by Charlotte Ellis
Styling by Alex Badia
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