Gabriella Wilde, photographed for the August-September 2025 issue of Hello! Fashion, unveils a collection of elevated high summer looks with a distinct travel-inspired whimsy.
Gabriella Wilde, the ethereal beauty who first charmed audiences in Poldark, graces the August-September 2025 cover of Hello! Fashion, embarking on a stylish journey captured through the lens of photographer Saskia Lawson. The issue itself, a “High Summer” digital delight, positions Wilde as the quintessential wanderer, her blonde tresses playfully disheveled by the breeze, a suitcase in hand, ready for adventure.
One standout image sees Wilde on a sun-drenched train platform, exuding a quiet confidence in a vibrant pink tweed jacket paired with a pale yellow skirt and playful striped socks. The ensemble, a delightful nod to a sophisticated yet relaxed aesthetic, suggests a destination less about arrival and more about the elegant unfolding of the journey itself. Another captivating shot finds her seated within a plush, rose-hued train carriage, draped in a delicate periwinkle knit dress layered over a slip, embodying a serene elegance that feels both intimate and impossibly chic. This “quiet reinvention,” as the magazine hints, speaks volumes about Wilde’s evolving personal style and professional chapter, moving beyond her “posh totty” St. Trinian’s beginnings to a more grounded, yet equally captivating, persona.
From a striking cover, where she dons a similar pink tweed jacket, baring a glimpse of a white bralette and adorned with a cascade of bohemian-inspired necklaces, to a more dramatic moment wrapped in a shimmering, fur-trimmed periwinkle scarf and matching halter dress, Wilde masterfully embodies the “High Summer” ethos. Her makeup remains natural, her hair softly waved, allowing the textures and silhouettes of the garments to truly sing. It’s a compelling visual narrative that celebrates freedom, understated luxury, and the romantic allure of travel—a refreshing antidote to the usual runway theatrics.
The collaboration with Saskia Lawson, known for her ability to capture a nuanced intimacy, perfectly translates Wilde’s journey from model to acclaimed actress and now, a mother navigating a “return to the spotlight.” This issue, available now, offers a passport to summer style and a deeper look into Wilde’s thoughtful evolution. So, is this the future of fashion—where quiet elegance and personal journeys outshine fleeting trends, proving that true style is always a destination unto itself?
