Between art, fashion and dystopias: Hunter Schafer in a futuristic photoshoot
Lensed by Nick Knight
«Euphoria» star Hunter Schafer is once again in the spotlight of the fashion industry. This time, the actress stars in the 29th issue of CR Fashion Book, dedicated to punk culture. The photoshoot was captured by British photographer Nick Knight, renowned for his experimental approach to fashion.
For the shoot, Schafer wore avant-garde ensembles featuring unconventional shapes and textures. Among the standout pieces were a sculptural silver harness by jewellery designer Shaun Leane, created for Alexander McQueen, and a fur ensemble by Prada. The styling was overseen by Carine Roitfeld and Ras Bartram.
The issue’s visual concept draws inspiration from the aesthetic of Ridley Scott’s cult classic «Blade Runner». Its futuristic silhouettes and punk influences once left a lasting mark on the fashion industry, inspiring designers such as Alexander McQueen, Raf Simons and Jean Paul Gaultier. The theme also has a particular connection to Schafer’s own work: the actress is set to appear in the upcoming series «Blade Runner 2099».
In her interview with the magazine, Hunter also opened up about her creative ambitions. She revealed that she still dreams of founding her own fashion house. What’s more, she would like to begin its story with a line of socks. She appreciates designers who pay attention not only to statement-making outfits but also to everyday essentials that form the foundation of a wardrobe. Eventually, she hopes to create a complete clothing collection featuring everything one might need.
Schafer also spoke about her love of horror films and dystopian stories. She is drawn not only to their atmosphere but also to the way these fictional worlds are visually constructed. At the same time, their unsettling settings seem far less frightening to her when compared with reality.
«Perhaps I’m drawn to the aesthetic that often accompanies these projects. Or maybe they simply don’t scare me that much because our own world is equally strange and unsettling», she noted.
It is worth recalling that Hunter Schafer recently also appeared in a new issue of ELLE, starring in a surrealist photoshoot. In the accompanying interview, the actress also discussed her work on the series «Blade Runner 2099».
Photos: Instagram @hunterschafer, @crfashionbook
