Photo:Alessandro Scotti
Alessandro Scotti
The release of the annual Pirelli calendar is always one to look out for, thanks to its notable cast. However, this year’s spread — which marks the project’s 50th edition — is extra cause for celebration.
The calendaro spotlights boundary-breaking talent, including returning Pirelli modelNaomi Campbell, alongsideIdris Elba,Angela Bassett,Amanda Gorman,Teyana Taylorand King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, whose 25-year reign over the Ashanti Empire of Ghana will be commemorated next year.
In behind-the-scenes photos, each of the stars wear looks that demand attention.
Campbell, who wears a black minidress with puffed sleeves, stands tall and poised in front of a towering gold clock. Elba makes it rain in a double-breasted trench coat over a suit and tie, while Bassett holds the key to our hearts in a champagne gown detailed with intricate beading and a dazzling choker necklace.
Breakout poet Gorman coordinates with award-winning author Margot Lee Shetterly in feathery brightly colored confections as they pose with Gyasi.
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ThePirelli calendar, also simply known as The Cal, was created in 1964 as a means for the Italian tire company to stand out among its competition, in turn creating a cultural phenomenon introducing the world of fashion and glamour to the public — to a certain degree. The exclusive calendars are only gifted to a small circle of Pirelli clients and stars and have never been sold.
In 2018, Tim Walker transported anall-Black cast— includingLupita Nyong’o, Campbell,RuPaul,Sasha Lane,Sean “Puff Daddy’” CombsandWhoopi Goldbergamong others — to the whimsical and wondrous world ofAlice in Wonderland.
source: people.com
