PROJECT — COSTUME DESIGN

SZA — Living Moss Bikini for Rolling Stone

Living Moss · Wearable Botanical Work · Styled by Jared Ellner — 2023

A living moss bikini created for Rolling Stone, reflecting SZA's ongoing use of natural, living materials within her visual imagery. The piece was constructed with live moss and styled by Jared Ellner.

CLIENTRolling Stone
STYLISTJared Ellner
PROJECT TYPECostume Design
SERVICEBotanical Practice
YEAR2023
Rolling Stone cover featuring SZA in a living moss bikini by Original Rose

THE PIECE

SZA in the living moss costume with heels on the Rolling Stone studio set Living moss crop top and skirt worn against a dark background

FAQ

What is the SZA moss bikini?

A living moss bikini created by Original Rose for SZA's Rolling Stone cover. It was constructed with live moss and styled by Jared Ellner, reflecting SZA's ongoing use of natural, living materials in her visual imagery.

Was the moss real?

Yes. The piece was constructed with live moss, worn as a working garment for the cover shoot.

Does Original Rose make botanical costumes and wearable pieces?

Yes. Wearable botanical work is part of the studio's practice, alongside installations and sculptural objects.

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