Winter dressing in New York often revolves around practicality, but the most memorable looks balance warmth with a sense of intention. For this editorial, a sculptural shearling jacket from Bottega Veneta is paired with a fitted Khaite leather mini skirt, creating a contrast between volume and structure. The combination feels distinctly urban—soft textures meeting sharp lines, with monochromatic black grounding the look against the city’s winter backdrop.

Shot on digital film in New York City, the images capture a moment of cold-weather dressing that feels both modern and timeless. The oversized silhouette of the shearling jacket brings softness and movement, while the leather skirt and Bottega Veneta boots add precision and strength. Finished with a Chanel bag, the look embraces the idea that winter style is often at its most impactful when reduced to a few well-chosen pieces.

Victoria Barbara walking through New York City wearing a Bottega Veneta shearling jacket, Khaite leather mini skirt, Chanel bag, and Bottega Veneta boots.

A study in texture and proportion through a sculptural shearling silhouette

Victoria Barbara photographed on a New York street in a cream Bottega Veneta shearling jacket styled with a black Khaite leather mini skirt.

Soft volume contrasts with the sharp structure of leather and winter tailoring

Editorial fashion portrait of Victoria Barbara in New York wearing a shearling jacket and leather skirt with Bottega Veneta boots.

Winter monochrome elevated through texture rather than color

Victoria Barbara walking through Manhattan in a Bottega Veneta shearling jacket paired with a fitted Khaite leather mini skirt.

Movement and texture define the look against the city’s architectural backdrop

Victoria Barbara wearing a cream shearling jacket and black leather skirt while holding a Chanel bag during a New York winter editorial.

A final portrait capturing the balance between softness and strength

Some winter looks rely on layers. Others rely on shape. Here, the conversation is between texture and silhouette—the softness of shearling balanced against the sleek confidence of leather. Captured on the streets of New York, the result is a modern winter uniform that feels polished, effortless, and unmistakably city-driven.

FASHION DETAILS

Jacket: Bottega Veneta
Skirt: Khaite
Bag: Chanel
Boots: Bottega Veneta

CREDITS

Fashion Editor: Victoria Barbara
Photography: Digital Film

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