This look is not just skiwear; it’s a statement, a celebration, a fierce declaration of artistic rebellion—and yes, it’s straight from the slopes to the city streets!
I’m wrapped in ELHO Freestyle’s first art capsule collection, and let me tell you, it’s no ordinary collection. This is where high-performance skiwear meets the unapologetic creativity of Jean-Michel Basquiat, the artist who shattered the boundaries of art and culture.
When I say I feel like a rebel, I mean it. Basquiat was never one to play by the rules. His work was loud, raw, and utterly captivating, shouting his truth to the world in wild colors and bold strokes. Elho, too, doesn’t create just to fit in; they craft skiwear that feels at home in nature’s extremes and just as at ease downtown. And here I am, happily in the middle of it all—artist, model, designer, content creator, and yes, a rebel in my own right. Just like Basquiat, Elho, and I, this look is the perfect misfit, daring anyone who crosses my path to look closer, to step out of their comfort zones, to see fashion as both function and art.
A Look as Bold as the Brushstrokes
As soon as I slipped into this outfit, I could feel Basquiat’s fearless energy; it’s as though he left a piece of his spirit in each brushstroke. The bright splashes of color, the jagged edges, the chaotic compositions—it all brings his art to life with a magnetic intensity. This is not fashion for the faint-hearted; it’s for the adventurer, the dreamer, the person who dares to ski down a mountain like it’s their very own runway!
Style for the Slopes…and the Streets
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Sara, skiwear in the city?” Absolutely! This collection has a versatility that’s hard to resist. The pieces transition effortlessly from the wild outdoors to the concrete jungle, transforming every sidewalk into a gallery and every snowy peak into an art installation. The way I see it, if you’re going to brave the elements, why not do it with a touch of Basquiat’s raw, revolutionary spirit? There’s something undeniably thrilling about bringing this avant-garde aesthetic into unexpected spaces, as though Basquiat’s art itself is coming to life in new and unexpected ways.
And for all my colorful, quirky rebels out there, this collection is a reminder that life is too short for the mundane. Step out, embrace the art, and make a statement—whether it’s on the powdery slopes or on the bustling streets. Let Basquiat’s legacy live on in every wild choice we make. Here’s to all of us rebels, painting our own paths with every look we wear and every daring step we take.
Pictures: Parinya Wongwannawat
Model & Styling: Sara Streule
Clothing: Elho Freestyle
Shoes: Maya Seyferth
Gloves: Anastasia Bull
Scarf: Nixi Killick
