DYLAN EDITORIAL

Dylan shares how fashion played a vital role in his journey through illness. In an exclusive editorial, Dylan collaborated with the fashion label Closnea to create looks that reflect his personal story.
Scroll through the creative process behind the films and photo spreads, inspired by his experiences.
Discover how clothing became a source of strength and self-expression during his battle with cancer. Explore more about the intersection of fashion and resilience in the face of adversity.

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«Fashion was one of those things I still wanted to explore – knowing that gave me the strength to fight for my health. »

Dylan, 24, Hodgkin-Lymphoma

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For Dylan, fashion was a lifelong companion. Despite his passion, it was only during his illness that he decided to focus his career fully on it. Fashion became a motivator in his fight against cancer, knowing that there was still so much more he wanted to explore in this field. It was a positive outlet that he could immerse himself in, even during the toughest times of his treatment.

«Fashion's been my ride-or-die my whole life!»

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Hairstyle

The Bold Spike Hairstyle
Dylan's standout spiked hairstyle, made up of 218 iron nails, visually nods to punk culture. It symbolizes his rebellious attitude—refusing to let anyone, not even cancer, crush his dreams. At the same time, it represents the tension between the protection of distance that the nails form and the loss of closeness. This delicate balance mirrors the difficulty in discussing cancer and the emotional distance it can create.

Oversize Leather Jacket
The Closnea jacket features a unique cut, with oversized sections on the back, sleeves, and hood. It evokes the image of a turtle shell, offering both protection and a sense of detachment. Just like the hairstyle, the jacket speaks to the ambivalence between shielding oneself and the desire to stay distant.

Menswear Skirt by Closnea
This leather skirt continues the theme of contrast in Dylan’s look. Its solid, rugged design evokes the apron of a blacksmith, a stark contrast to the traditionally feminine connotations of a skirt. The piece plays on the dualities of strength and vulnerability, offering a bold statement on the intersection of masculinity, femininity, and personal identity.