Summer is never just a season—it’s a mood, an attitude, a way of moving through the world with a little more ease and a lot more flair. For its June 2025 issue, Harper’s Bazaar Greece captures that spirit in an editorial titled Beach Life, photographed by George Katsanakis (10AM). At the center of the story is Kaya Ebbe, who delivers heat, confidence, and a dash of vintage cool in a series of looks that blur the line between runway polish and carefree escape.
The narrative unfolds as if your most stylish friend has decided to take over the beach, arriving with a suitcase of enviable outfits and the ability to make every sandy step look like a strut. Styled by Marilena Karagianni, Ebbe moves with ease through breezy silhouettes and saturated color palettes, transforming the shoreline into her personal stage.
One standout ensemble is a flowing all-red set, complete with oversized pants and a strapless top that flutters like a flag in the sea breeze. The look captures both drama and effortlessness, embodying the energy of summer at full volume. Equally memorable is a striped halter dress with an open back, which feels as though it’s been casually slipped on after a rooftop gathering, only to end up perfectly at home against sand and surf. This is not just styling—it’s storytelling, suggesting a life lived spontaneously, glamorously, and always camera-ready.
The editorial doesn’t shy away from swimwear, either, grounding the narrative in beach-day reality while keeping its sense of boldness intact. Saturated one-pieces with high-cut legs and plunging necklines strike a balance between athletic confidence and high-fashion appeal. These designs aren’t simply practical; they’re spotlight-ready, inviting both movement and admiration. Each piece feels like a declaration: this is how you make the everyday extraordinary.
Beauty plays a crucial role in tying the vision together. Hair and makeup by Hara Papanicolaou stays fresh and natural but never unconsidered. Sun-kissed skin, subtle definition, and hair that hints at both saltwater texture and polished styling create a look that’s equal parts effortless and intentional. The result is an aesthetic that doesn’t compete with the clothes but amplifies them, enhancing the sense of “main character energy” that the editorial radiates.
What makes Beach Life resonate is its duality—it is aspirational while remaining relatable. The clothes are undeniably glamorous, but they’re styled in a way that feels approachable, as if you could imagine yourself wearing them, stepping directly from the pages onto your own shoreline. It’s this blend of fantasy and accessibility that gives the editorial its charm.
There’s also an undercurrent of nostalgia running through the imagery. The flowing silhouettes, bold color choices, and playful ease nod to the carefree glamour of vintage seaside style, yet everything is framed with modern sharpness. It’s a reminder that beach fashion has always been about more than swimwear—it’s about personality, presence, and the ability to turn even the simplest setting into a stage.
At its heart, Beach Life celebrates summer as a state of being. It’s about movement, air, and lightness, but also about unapologetic confidence—the willingness to take up space, to let fabric billow and color shine. Kaya Ebbe embodies this philosophy with striking ease, shifting from playful to powerful, casual to commanding, without missing a beat.
In the end, Harper’s Bazaar Greece delivers more than a fashion editorial; it offers an invitation. It asks readers not just to dress for summer, but to step into it fully—boldly, beautifully, and without hesitation. Whether in a sweeping red set, a striped halter dress, or a sharply cut one-piece, the message is clear: summer is yours to command.
