For the Summer 2025 campaign, Saint Laurent invited acclaimed artist Francesco Clemente to create a series of portraits capturing the essence of actors Zoë Kravitz and Isabella Ferrari, alongside models Penelope Ternes and Ajus Samuel. Through his poetic brushstrokes, Clemente transforms each subject into a symbolic figure, radiating quiet strength and a deeply personal expression of femininity.

Anthony Vaccarello was drawn to Clemente’s emotive approach, recognizing in his layered use of color a natural resonance with the spirit of the season’s collection.

Since the 1970s, Clemente’s art has been shaped by his travels across cultures, each experience leaving a subtle imprint on his work. After settling in New York in the 1980s, his evocative paintings—often exploring the fluidity of identity between the spiritual and the material, the feminine and the masculine—helped reaffirm painting as a vital and relevant medium. His creative path includes collaborations with legendary figures such as Andy Warhol, poet Allen Ginsberg, and filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón for his 1993 adaptation of Great Expectations.

This collaboration between Clemente and Saint Laurent reflects Anthony Vaccarello’s ongoing commitment to engaging with visionary artists across disciplines. By bringing his singular perspective to the campaign, Clemente adds a new layer to the ongoing dialogue between fashion and art—one that continues to evolve with each season.