issue no. #127

Ayra Starr - Rush (Official Music Video)

Epitomizing the edgy, contemporary vibe, Ayra Starr's 'Rush' is a tour-de-force in music video fashion. The electrifying ensemble takes center stage, ranging from the ethereal in a glistening, off-white, V-neck maxi dress to the wildly avant-garde in a white blazer with metallic checks and frayed hem. The prestigious realm of cashmere is not left unexplored, paraded in a pleated sleeve crewneck, a celestial beacon in a sea of black and white. Tailored pieces, like mid-rise suit pants crafted in an arresting blue and skinny jeans in an intriguing taupe, all coated to perfection, serve to augment the palpable, assertive air. The video celebrates the mesmeric allure of black, captured in a gamut of textures, from faux leather bralets and hot pants to lacquered curvy crops and high shine hooded puffers; each piece, a testament to bold, rebellious fashion. Sporty chic elements are artfully intermingled, witnessed in vibrantly hued sports shorts that pay homage to the unrestricted spirit of youth. The footwear scene is dominated by sleek, white slippers, while a multi chain link anklet adds just the right amount of shine. An alpaca blend hat, in a bold shade of brown, juxtaposes the dominantly monochromatic attire. The finale is a nod to the modern obsession with utility, embodied in a white zip front grab bag. 'Rush' is undoubtedly a sartorial spectacle, a symphony of eclectic fashion.