Sauce Shoots : Ruby Top by Isobella Turenhout
Photographer, Stylist and Creative Director : Isobella Turenhout
Stylist Assistant : Megan Bol
Model : Ruby Top from Super Management
Photography Assist : Summa Dixon
Hair : Carolyn Haslett
Makeup : Ruth @madeupbyruth
Special thanks to Harry Thurston for lending us his boat
As Autumn settles along Auckland’s coastline, this editorial traces a nautical-inspired story across Takapuna Beach and the surrounding bays. At its centre is a handmade boat crafted by local sailor Harry, which anchors the imagery and lends the story a sense of authenticity and place.
Drawing on classic Ralph Lauren references, maritime hues and tactile knit textures, the wardrobe was thoughtfully curated from local Kiwi businesses. The shoot also provided an opportunity to spotlight emerging talent, featuring recent graduates Hazel Creevey and Zuleika Uy.
More than anything, this story is a reminder to strike up conversations with strangers — you never know where they might lead. Our small team spent two days wading through water, climbing across boatsheds and chasing the soft light of late autumn. Harry’s boat not only tied the images together, but offered a deeper glimpse into life on the water and the quiet rituals of a sailor.
Ruby wears black overcoat by Hazel Creevey & sailor hat (stylist’s own).
Ruby wears vintage Sailor pants, Jetset Bohemian blouse, Staud tomato bag and Mi Piaci Jelly Sandals.
Ruby wears black overcoat by Hazel Creevey, vintage metallic fish bag from Gojo Store and hat (stylist’s own).
Ruby wears Frisson knits striped jumper, white cotton vintage skirt set and Hunter boots from Karen Walker.
Vintage Sailor pants, Maggie Marilyn bikini top (past season), Mi Piaci Jelly Sandals and Hazel Creevey trench.
Ruby wears vintage top, Maggie Marilyn swim bottoms (old season) and Gojo Store earrings.
Ruby wears Ralph Lauren striped shirt from net-a-porter, Maggie Marilyn swim bottom (previous season), Wynn Hamlyn bag (available on Designer Wardrobe), and Mi Piaci jelly shoes.
Glassons cable knit sweater, Ralph Lauren striped shirt from net-a-porter, Polo Ralph Lauren Polo white shorts from Farfetch, vintage nautical headscarf and Polo Ralph Lauren brown leather boat shoes.
Photographer, Stylist and Creative Director : Isobella Turenhout
Stylist Assistant : Megan Bol
Model : Ruby Top from Super Management
Photography Assist : Summa Dixon
Hair : Carolyn Haslett
Makeup : Ruth @madeupbyruth
Special thanks to Harry Thurston for lending us his boat
Ruby wears designer Zuleika Uy.
