In this exclusive story for Schön! online, the vibrancy of Berlin’s soulful allure is captured through the eyes of photographer and director Ämr Ezzeldinn. Produced by ANIMALWALL Studio, it features daring and captivating Hayden pieces envisioned and crafted by young designer Shaddy Ellian — known for his striving to empower women all over the world. Clad in outfits from the likes of Balenciaga, Margiela and D&G, we follow our models as they make their way around iconic East Berlin’s post-soviet neighbourhoods — places that mirror the models’ own strength. Meet The Berliners and discover Berlin’s contemporary culture.

photography + direction. Ämr Ezzeldinn

retouch: RedRetouch studio
fashion. Sandra Hemmink
fashion assistants. Carla Pedersen and Livia De Franco
hair + make up. Eavan D 
sound design. Emre Baloglu
voice over. Liliana Doe
production. ANIMALWALL STUDIO
models. Charleen Weiss @ Miha Model Management, Diana Moroz @ ICONIC Management, Leslie Löwenherz @ M4 Models, Maca Cox @ Faze Models, Nicole Gregorczuk @ ICONIC Management + Stella Klein @ M4 Models