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Victoria Beckham *Holiday 2024

Victoria Beckham *Holiday 2024

Victoria Beckham Holiday 2024
*British Glamour Meets Festive Luxe

 

written Amanda Mortenson

 

Victoria Beckham has set the tone for Holiday 2024 with a new campaign that speaks to the brand's evolving blend of luxury and modern sophistication.

Shot by Jonathan Frantini, the brand´s latest release is a visual feast, with an opulent British estate as its setting and models Rayssa Medeiros and Bebe Parnell bringing life to the season’s most refined partywear. Against a backdrop of manicured gardens, ornate interior woodwork, and historic masonry, the campaign feels like a love letter to elegance wrapped in the mystique of old-world charm.

 
 
Victoria Beckham Holiday 2024 Campaign LE MILE Magazine

Victoria Beckham Holiday 2024 Campaign

 
 

Beckham’s holiday collection is a masterclass in low-key opulence—it's the festive wardrobe stripped of all cliché. There’s no glitter bomb here, no tinsel trim—just a powerful edit that reimagines the holiday hostess as commanding and effortlessly chic. Partywear takes a new form, bending toward structure and sensuality: sharp tailoring, lush textures, and lines so precise they almost cut. Floor-skimming dresses and sculpted blazers don’t scream for attention; they hold it, like a whispered invitation into Beckham’s world of restrained luxury. It’s a world where the details whisper but never beg, where luxury is something you feel more than see.

Stylist Katie Shaw turns up the contrast, pairing sleek silhouettes with aged woodwork and faded opulence—a vintage manor becomes the unlikely stage for modern pieces that glide through its historic spaces.

 

Each frame is a play of textures, where silken fabrics absorb the muted light pouring through old windows, and earthy tones nestle into the grandeur of well-worn interiors. Beckham’s aesthetic is brought to life in the quietest of statements, like the elegance of a perfectly placed fold or a single bold line. Hair by Kiyoko Odo and makeup by Anne Sophie Costa push this ethos even further, embracing the models’ own natural beauty—no thick layers, no hiding, just a delicate highlight here and a touch there.

In Beckham's world, holiday dressing is about resonating—a harmony of ease, precision, and timeless allure.

 
 
Victoria Beckham Holiday 2024 Campaign LE MILE Magazine
 

Frantini’s lens captures a world teetering between intimacy and grandeur, drawing close on the subtle glances and poised gestures, then pulling back to reveal a sprawling manor steeped in British heritage. Each shot feels like a quiet chapter in a story, tinged with the weight of old festive rituals but devoid of all the sparkle and noise.

Beckham’s approach to tailoring steals the scene, as expected. Known for cutting with razor-sharp precision, she brings her signature structure to life here with soft holiday-ready twists—slightly exaggerated shoulders, tapered waists, and cuts that flatter without fuss. Her suits land somewhere between commanding and comforting, balancing on lines that are strong yet move naturally with the body. Asymmetric dresses and delicate drapery flow in tune with the wearer, creating an effect that’s as effortless as it is refined. Accessories barely whisper, reinforcing Beckham’s creed that less always does more.

 

For Beckham, the holiday season has no need for heavy-handed embellishments or gaudy statements. Her pieces embody a luxurious restraint, aspirational yet grounded, rooted in timeless style rather than trend. There’s a palpable quiet confidence in this collection—it resonates in the way every seam and fold is considered, how each texture invites you to linger. It’s a kind of elegance that doesn’t shout, a holiday dressing that sidesteps cliché and embraces a refined approach that feels distinctly Beckham.

Victoria Beckham’s Holiday 2024 collection is, in essence, an ode to a different kind of celebration—one where luxury lies in every nuanced detail, where tradition and style meet in harmony, and where holiday dressing becomes an act of personal expression as much as it is a nod to heritage.

 
 

all images (c) Victoria Beckham


creative director VICTORIA BECKHAM
photographer JONATHAN FRANTINI
models RAYSSA MEDEIROS + BEBE PARNELL
stylist KATIE SHAW
hair KIYOKO ODO
make up ANNE SOPHIE COSTA

Bowers & Wilkins *Pi6

Bowers & Wilkins *Pi6

Bowers & Wilkins Pi6
*Plug in. Drift away.

 

written Amanda Mortenson

 

The Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 transforms how we engage with sound, offering a finely tuned auditory experience.

The earbuds shape music with precision, bringing out the intricate details of each composition. With bio-cellulose drivers, the Pi6 allows every element of the audio spectrum to be heard clearly, without interference or distortion.

 
 
LE MILE Magazine Bowers and Wilkins Pi6 detail

Bowers and Wilkins
Pi6

 
LE MILE Magazine Bowers and Wilkins Pi6 detail
 

“The Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 goes beyond functionality—it’s a statement on what sound can be when stripped of distractions.”

Alban E. Smajli
Editor in Chief, LE MILE

 
LE MILE Magazine Bowers and Wilkins Pi6 model
LE MILE Bowers and Wilkins Pi6 case

all images (c) Bowers & Wilkins

 

The Pi6 also introduces adaptive noise cancellation, allowing the listener to carve out their own auditory space amidst a chaotic environment. It transforms surrounding noise into a backdrop where the focus remains on what matters most—the sound. Transparency mode lets in the surrounding world, offering control without removing the earbuds. Battery life supports extended sessions, offering 8 hours of listening on a single charge, with an additional 16 hours available through the charging case. A quick charge feature also allows for 2 hours of use with just 15 minutes of charging.

From the design side, these earbuds reflect a deep understanding of human anatomy, offering an ergonomic form that molds naturally to the ear. The available finishes—Forest Green, Glacier Blue, and Storm Grey—offer a visual depth that complements their technical sophistication. And with an IP54 rating, durability is woven into their elegance, protecting the device from environmental elements like dust and splashes.

 

The intuitive design is interactive. The Pi6 uses responsive touch controls that feel organic. With multipoint Bluetooth pairing, the transition between devices happens smoothly, creating a seamless experience. Try them yourself and immerse fully in the sound experience.

Nothing's Phone (2a) *Special Edition

Nothing's Phone (2a) *Special Edition

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Nothing's Phone (2a) Special Edition
A Bold Technicolor Dream

 

written Amanda Mortenson

 

Nothing is shattering the monochrome monotony with the launch of the Phone (2a) Special Edition, a kaleidoscopic marvel that embraces the raw beauty of primary colors.

This latest offering from the audacious tech brand merges cutting-edge technology with an artistic explosion of red, yellow, and blue, turning a functional device into a statement piece.

 
 
LE MILE Magazine Nothing Phone 2a Special Edition 2024
 

Adam Bates
Nothing Design Director

 

Nothing's Industrial Design Team in King’s Cross, London, has distilled the essence of color into this striking new phone. Adam Bates, Design Director at Nothing, describes it best:

“We are thrilled to unveil Phone (2a) Special Edition. The first product to explore our palette of primary colors; red, blue, and yellow. Its overall aesthetic references some of our design heroes from the past, whilst creating a new expression for a smartphone. Elevating a functional device into a striking piece of art."

The Phone (2a) Special Edition packs the power of the MediaTek Dimensity 7200 Pro processor, a robust 5,000 mAh battery, and a dazzling 6.7” flexible AMOLED display. Its dual 50 MP rear camera system captures stunning images and reflects Nothing’s unique design ethos through The Glyph Interface.

 

Since its debut, the Phone (2a) has captivated tech enthusiasts, selling 100,000 units within hours. Continuous software updates have refined its performance, optimizing camera capabilities and enhancing user experience. The integration of ChatGPT, an industry first, adds a layer of AI sophistication, making interactions smarter and more intuitive.

Founded in 2020, Nothing has quickly carved out a niche by making technology fun, look fantastic and accessible. Their radical approach and community-driven development have resonated globally, with over 2 million products sold. The Phone (1) made waves and Nothing shows no signs of slowing down.

 
LE MILE Magazine Nothing Phone 2a Special Edition

The Phone (2a) Special Edition is available in a 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration, priced at €379 EURO.

 

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With Phone (2a) Special Edition, Nothing continues to redefine the tech landscape, proving that smartphones can be pieces of art and innocation.

This exclusive model is already available in limited quantities via nothing.tech. Germans can snag this vibrant gadget at Mediamarkt stores from June 10. First-come, first-served!

 

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(c) NOTHING, 2024