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out of the box
July 28, 2015

Pre-Fall Takes a Trip Down Croatia’s Coastline

By Luke and Nik

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In the Cut’s most recent installment of Out of the Box, photographic duo Luke and Nik set pre-fall’s bright colors and vibrant knits against the stark landscapes of Croatia’s coastline, specifically in Split, the beachy city located on the Dalmatian Coast. “We wanted to go somewhere we had never visited before. We found the landscape of Croatia offered very interesting contrasts, with the mix of grand landscapes and rough construction.”

The London-based pair, who have recently shot for The Financial Times and Beat magazine, and who run a photographic initiative called Wandering Bears that showcases emerging artists and talents from around the world, added their signature still-life shots, casting a fresh perspective on the season’s best shoes and bags. To mix it up, as one does on vacation, athletic gear was paired with elegant outerwear for a more grounded departure from the dreamy looks of summer. Click ahead on the slideshow to see the images and learn more about their photographic approach.

Stylist: Magda Bryk; Model: Emory Ault.

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"Magda's styling was a spontaneous mix that really benefitted the end result." Graphic black strips of patent leather toughen up Christopher... "Magda's styling was a spontaneous mix that really benefitted the end result." Graphic black strips of patent leather toughen up Christopher Kane's pink shift. Photo: Luke & Nik
"We always find it inspiring when you arrive in a new environment. The first thing we want to do is to explore and take start taking pictures.&qu... "We always find it inspiring when you arrive in a new environment. The first thing we want to do is to explore and take start taking pictures." Photo: Luke & Nik
"We hired a car, drove into the mountains, along the coast, and into the city looking for locations that would inspire us and offer a unique sett... "We hired a car, drove into the mountains, along the coast, and into the city looking for locations that would inspire us and offer a unique setting to shoot in." Photo: Luke & Nik
"We found that we really gravitated to the mix of sportswear and ready-to-wear. We felt this blend of styling would fit the story well, echoing t... "We found that we really gravitated to the mix of sportswear and ready-to-wear. We felt this blend of styling would fit the story well, echoing the unique mix of stunning landscapes and harsh functional construction works." Photo: Luke & Nik
Split's rocky beach. Photo: Luke & Nik
"We had worked with this model on a sports shoot a month prior to our trip. We are really into her naturally beautiful look." Photo: Luke &... "We had worked with this model on a sports shoot a month prior to our trip. We are really into her naturally beautiful look." Photo: Luke & Nik
Acne Studio's textured jacket makes the case for transitional outerwear when the waterfront cools down at night. Photo: Luke & Nik
"As a duo, we are always heavily inspired by new places whilst on travels. These are times where we spontaneously develop our work." Photo:... "As a duo, we are always heavily inspired by new places whilst on travels. These are times where we spontaneously develop our work." Photo: Luke & Nik
The Adriatic Sea made for a dramatic blue backdrop. Photo: Luke & Nik
All-terrain wardrobe gets an upgrade with Bottega Veneta's duchesse satin sweatsuit. Photo: Luke & Nik
"We like to create something that holds the viewer's attention for that second longer. We are drawn to the unfamiliar." Photo: Luke & Nik
Balenciaga's textured handbag mimics the landscape of Croatia. Photo: Luke & Nik
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