For its April 2025 issue, Vogue France places the spotlight on Vittoria Ceretti, one of the most emblematic faces of contemporary fashion. Captured by Carin Backoff and styled by Alastair McKimm, the editorial presents a portrait of the model not only at the height of her career, but also at a point of personal reflection—grounded, confident, and strikingly candid.

At 26, Ceretti has traversed the full arc of global fashion stardom. Her résumé reads like a condensed history of the 2010s and 2020s runway circuit: from the minimalism of Proenza Schouler to the ornate world of Dolce & Gabbana, from Seoul’s avant-garde scene to Chanel’s timeless sophistication. Yet, beyond the fashion week schedules and campaign rosters, it is her ability to shape-shift, to embody each brand’s universe with sincerity, that defines her legacy.

The editorial offers more than just glamour—it provides an intimate view into the inner life of someone who began modeling at 14 and quickly became a fixture across the Big Four editions of Vogue. While her aesthetic remains unmistakable—refined, ethereal, with piercing jade eyes and a sculptural presence—what emerges most powerfully is her personal equilibrium. Balancing a high-profile career with the desire for quiet and nature, she divides her time between Los Angeles and rural Italy, in a home she envisioned and built herself as a teenager.

Despite the scope of her success, Ceretti retains a striking modesty. Her reflections are shaped by a deep connection to family, her Italian heritage, and the memories of childhood summers on Lake Garda. Her view on beauty and self-perception is notably grounded, evolved through a journey of learning to accept and embrace herself in an industry that often thrives on comparison.

The feature also highlights her adventurous spirit and appetite for adrenaline—from diving with hammerhead sharks in Papua New Guinea to trekking with gorillas in Rwanda. This thread of curiosity and courage mirrors her professional resilience and emotional intelligence. She’s unafraid to acknowledge vulnerability, and in doing so, challenges the stereotypical image of the fashion model.

In a world where the boundaries between public and private life are increasingly blurred, Ceretti stands apart in her commitment to preserving mystery. Her selective approach to public exposure—and her insistence on maintaining a sense of self outside the frame—adds an old-school elegance to her thoroughly modern career.

With direction by Alastair McKimm, hair by Ryan Mitchell, makeup by Jamal Scott, nails by Mei Kawajiri, and set design by Peter Klein, the production evokes both sophistication and intimacy. It positions Vittoria Ceretti not only as a top model, but as a woman who has redefined what it means to thrive in fashion: not just through image, but through integrity.

This cover story is less about appearances and more about presence—a meditation on identity, ambition, and the quiet strength behind a seemingly effortless grace.