EXCLUSIVE PRINT EDITORIAL ‘THE OTHERWORLD’ BY DANIEL SARS
interview by NATALIE GAL
SOPHIA ROE isn’t just shaping fashion — she’s redefining the art of restraint. The Danish stylist and creative has become a force in the industry with her refined minimalism, thoughtful storytelling, and a voice that feels as intentional as it is influential. Named to Forbes 30 Under 30, she has collaborated with some of the world’s most iconic houses, from heritage giants like Cartier to contemporary innovators, always leaving her distinct mark. In an era of constant noise, Sophia stands out for her clarity: distilling aesthetics into powerful statements, championing authenticity, and proving that true style isn’t about more — it’s about meaning.
jacket and trousers JACQUEMUS
jewellery CARTIER
Cartier represents heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless design. When you experienced the brand up close in Stockholm for their new high jewelry collection, what resonated with you most on a personal level?
It was quiet. You could sense the hours, the care, the way everything had been considered without feeling heavy-handed. In fashion, heritage is often communicated through campaigns or archives, but here it was in the craft itself. It’s intentional and it reminded me how rare patience has become in the world right now. Cartier still protects that pace. Often, we speak of heritage through archives or campaigns, but Cartier showed it as practice. It reminded me that heritage isn’t just a story, it’s practice.
left:
corset, trousers, and boots CHRISTIAN DIOR
belt FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
right:
top SOFT GOAT
coat ROTATE
belt FLATTERED
socks SWEDISH STOCKINGS
shoes VALENTINO
jewellery CARTIER
Your style is known for being minimal but so impactful. What’s the secret to keeping it that way?
For me, minimalism isn’t about removing for the sake of “less,” it’s about knowing what to keep. I think that comes from being raised around interiors, where every object had to earn its presence in a room. The same applies to clothing: cut, fabric, proportion. If those elements are strong, I don’t need anything else. In fashion, people often mistake minimalism for absence, but I see it as concentration. The secret, if there is one, is editing with intention and stopping before it feels overworked. That’s where the impact lies. I believe the same approach is applied in jewellery making, you let one centerpiece shine and everything around it is there to make it feel more presence.
You’ve collaborated with some remarkable brands, yet your projects always feel authentic to your voice. What makes a partnership truly meaningful and exciting for you?
Trust is the starting point. A meaningful collaboration has to give me space to interpret and translate. Otherwise, it’s just product placement, and audiences see through that instantly. The best projects feel like a dialogue between my world and the house’s world. I think it’s a natural part of womanhood to explore, and feel, different characters within yourself. Some days are sharper, other days softer, sometimes both at once. Womanhood isn’t fixed, and when a project allows that freedom, the work feels alive, and authentic.
left:
coat ROTATE
jewellery CARTIER
right:
turtleneck and skirt MKDT
coat STELLA MCCARTNEY
shoes ISABEL MARANT
jewellery CARTIER
In a world where content can feel overwhelming or forced, your work always feels genuine and refreshing. How do you stay grounded in your own vision and keep your creativity evolving without losing authenticity?
I don’t create from the feed. I start with things that already hold meaning: an image, an object, a reference that stays with me. If the foundation feels true, the work evolves naturally without losing its core. I’m not interested in endless output and more about creating something truthfully. A dream of something is truth too.
left:
dress and jacket LOUIS VUITTON
jewellery CARTIER
right:
corset and trousers CHRISTIAN DIOR
belt FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
You’ve been recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30, which is an incredible milestone. Beyond the accolade itself, what does that recognition mean to you? Do you see it as a reflection of what you’ve already built, or more as a responsibility to shape what’s next?
For me, it wasn’t about arriving anywhere, but about being seen in the middle of the process. Recognition is always fleeting, but it can serve as a pause, a moment to acknowledge what has been built. I don’t see it as an ending, but as a reminder to be intentional with what comes next.
What’s next for you? Anything new on the horizon that you’re looking forward to?
I’m not rushing. Right now, I’m paying attention to the pauses, the smaller rituals, the everyday details that give rhythm. I’ve learned through the years that you can’t force it. I am focused on the details rather than the pace. That brings me a lot of joy.
top SOFT GOAT
shorts ARAKII
coat ROTATE
belt FLATTERED
socks SWEDISH STOCKINGS
shoes VALENTINO
jewellery CARTIER
left:
turtleneck and skirt MKDT
coat STELLA MCCARTNEY
shoes ISABEL MARANT
jewellery CARTIER
right:
corset, trousers, and boots CHRISTIAN DIOR
belt FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
jacket and trousers JACQUEMUS
loafers FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
left:
corset and trousers CHRISTIAN DIOR
belt FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
right:
top SOFT GOAT
coat ROTATE
jewellery CARTIER
top SOFT GOAT
shorts ARAKII
coat ROTATE
belt FLATTERED
socks SWEDISH STOCKINGS
shoes VALENTINO
jewellery CARTIER
left:
corset, trousers, and boots CHRISTIAN DIOR
belt FLATTERED
jewellery CARTIER
right:
top SOFT GOAT
coat ROTATE
jewellery CARTIER
top SOFT GOAT
shorts ARAKII
coat ROTATE
belt FLATTERED
socks SWEDISH STOCKINGS
shoes VALENTINO
jewellery CARTIER
TEAM CREDITS:
talent SOPHIA ROE
photography DANIEL SARS
styling ANNA SUNDELIN
hair & makeup HEIDI GARCIA ANDERSSON
styling assistant BELLA SUNDSTRÖM
editor TIMOTEJ LETONJA
interview NATALIE GAL
