{"id":110497,"date":"2026-03-06T18:15:02","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T18:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/?post_type=articles&p=110497"},"modified":"2026-03-06T18:15:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T18:15:02","slug":"marcella-raneri-dance-fashion-interview","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/marcella-raneri-dance-fashion-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"GRAZIA Exclusive: Marcella Raneri on Dance, Fashion, & Finding Freedom Through Movement"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For Marcella Raneri, movement has always been more than choreography. It is a language \u2014 one that exists somewhere between instinct and discipline, emotion and form. On stage, that language unfolds through gesture and rhythm, but off stage it continues in quieter ways: in the silhouettes she gravitates toward, the creative collaborations she pursues, and the values that guide her life beyond performance.<\/p>\n

Today, the dancer moves fluidly between worlds<\/a> \u2014 art, fashion, and philanthropy \u2014 yet the origin of her creative identity remains deeply personal. Long before dance became a career, it was simply the way she understood the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think I realized it before I even had the language to describe it,\u201d she tells GRAZIA <\/em>in an exclusive interview<\/a>. \u201cAs a child, movement felt instinctive, almost like a second voice.\u201d<\/p>\n

That early instinct revealed something powerful: movement could hold emotions that words could not.<\/p>\n

\u201cI remember discovering that certain emotions I couldn\u2019t articulate with words could suddenly exist in a gesture, a turn, a pause in the music,\u201d she explains. \u201cDance unlocked a kind of honesty in me. It allowed me to express vulnerability without needing to explain it.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

That emotional clarity still shapes the way she approaches her craft today. While audiences often experience dance as effortless expression, Raneri knows that sense of freedom is built upon years of rigorous discipline.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor me, discipline is actually what creates freedom,\u201d she says. \u201cThe years of repetition, the technical training, the constant refinement of small details… They build a kind of trust with your body.\u201d<\/p>\n

Only once that trust exists can a dancer truly surrender to the moment.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce that foundation is there, you can step on stage and let go. The technique becomes invisible, and what remains is the emotion.\u201d<\/p>\n

Where Fashion and Movement Intersect<\/h2>\n

For Raneri, dance does not exist in isolation from the visual world<\/a> around it. Fashion, in particular, has become an extension of the same expressive language she uses in performance.<\/p>\n

Both disciplines rely on the body as their medium. A garment, like choreography, can transform posture, mood, and the energy a person brings into a room. The interaction between fabric and movement becomes a quiet dialogue.<\/p>\n

\u201cClothing changes everything,\u201d she says. \u201cA fabric, a silhouette, the way something drapes or restricts: it can completely alter the energy of movement.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Raneri, that relationship makes fashion feel almost choreographic in nature.<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cA structured piece might create a sense of power and control, while something fluid encourages softness and expansion,\u201d she explains. \u201cI love that dialogue between garment and body. In many ways, fashion becomes another choreographic element.\u201d<\/p>\n

Her personal style reflects that same philosophy of movement and ease. Like many young artists, Raneri once approached fashion as experimentation \u2014 trying on aesthetics the way a performer might try on roles. Over time, however, that experimentation gave way to intuition.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy style has definitely evolved with me,\u201d she says. \u201cWhen I was younger, I experimented a lot, trying different aesthetics, almost like trying on different identities.\u201d<\/p>\n

Today, her approach is quieter and more intentional.<\/p>\n

\u201cI gravitate toward pieces that feel effortless but intentional: clean lines, beautiful fabrics, something that moves with the body. I suppose it mirrors my approach to dance now \u2014 less about proving something, more about expressing who I am.\u201d<\/p>\n

Finding Confidence in Authenticity<\/h2>\n

Like many artists, Raneri\u2019s most important transformation did not happen during a single performance. Instead, it unfolded gradually \u2014 through the slow realization that her artistic voice did not need to conform to anyone else\u2019s expectations.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think the most transformative moment wasn\u2019t a single performance, but a gradual realization that I didn\u2019t need to fit a predefined idea of what a dancer should be,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Early in her career, external validation felt inevitable. Teachers, directors, and audiences all played a role in shaping the environment she was navigating. But with time came a deeper trust in her own instincts.<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cThat shift created a new level of confidence and clarity,\u201d she says. \u201cI started approaching movement not just as technique, but as a personal language.\u201d<\/p>\n

In that moment, dance became something far more intimate.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen that happened, dance became much more than performance, it became a way of expressing identity.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Discipline \u2014 and Vulnerability \u2014 Behind the Art<\/h2>\n

While dance often appears graceful and effortless to an audience, the reality behind it is far more demanding. The profession requires physical precision, emotional openness, and a resilience that is rarely visible from the outside.<\/p>\n

\u201cSelf-doubt is part of any artistic journey,\u201d Raneri says. \u201cDance is incredibly demanding, both physically and emotionally, and there are moments when you question yourself.\u201d<\/p>\n

Over time, she has come to see vulnerability not as something to overcome, but as an essential part of growth. Returning to the joy that first drew her to dance has remained her compass.<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cI try to stay grounded, focused on the joy of movement, the discipline of training, and the reason I fell in love with dance in the first place.\u201d<\/p>\n

A Life Taking Shape Beyond the Stage<\/h2>\n

Outside the studio, Raneri is also entering a new chapter of her personal life. She is currently preparing for her upcoming wedding<\/a> in Gstaad \u2014 an experience that has offered a sense of grounding within an otherwise transient artistic career.<\/p>\n

\u201cLife as an artist can feel very transient… constantly moving between projects, places, identities,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Planning a wedding, however, has introduced a different perspective.<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s made me think about legacy, about building something meaningful beyond the stage. Creatively, it\u2019s also reminded me how powerful rituals and shared moments can be.\u201d<\/p>\n

Even the design of her wedding dress<\/a> carries personal significance. Rather than approaching the process purely as fashion, Raneri describes it as an emotional collaboration built on trust.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat makes it especially meaningful is that my dress is being designed by someone with whom I\u2019ve built a very special relationship over time,\u201d she tells us.<\/p>\n

The result reflects more than aesthetics \u2014 it reflects who she has become.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe design is incredibly beautiful, but more importantly, it feels like me. It reflects the woman I am today, my personality, my sensibility, and the journey that has brought me to this moment.\u201d<\/p>\n

Using Art and Influence with Intention<\/h2>\n

Beyond dance and fashion, Raneri has also devoted energy to philanthropy alongside her partner through the Daniel and Marcella Nutkis Charitable Foundation.<\/p>\n

\u201cGiving back has always been something very important to both Dan and me,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The foundation supports initiatives focused on improving access to healthcare, helping children, and assisting underserved communities \u2014 an effort rooted in a belief that success should extend beyond personal achievement.<\/p>\n

\u201cTrue success is measured not just by what you accomplish personally, but by the positive difference you help create.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Raneri, the connection between dance and philanthropy is deeply tied to storytelling.<\/p>\n

\u201cDance is a form of storytelling that transcends language,\u201d she explains. \u201cBehind every cause there are human stories, and those stories are what truly move people.\u201d<\/p>\n

Supporting those stories, she says, is another way of using her platform with purpose.<\/p>\n

The Moment When Everything Disappears<\/h2>\n

When Raneri performs, there are moments when years of discipline fade into instinct.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a very special state, almost like time slows down,\u201d she says. \u201cThe technical aspects that you\u2019ve practiced for years become completely instinctive, and you stop thinking about them. Instead, you\u2019re fully present in the music and the emotion of the moment.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Marcella
Pictured: Marcella Raneri<\/a>
Photographer: Johnny Lavallee<\/a>
Stylist: Carlos Alonso-Parada<\/a>
Makeup: Virdi Anarivas<\/a>
Hair: Jonathan Masters<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The experience becomes something closer to conversation than performance.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn those moments, you\u2019re not performing for the audience, you\u2019re simply sharing something real.\u201d<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, Raneri hopes to continue exploring that intersection of artistry, authenticity, and impact.<\/p>\n

\u201cUltimately, I hope to be someone who not only creates beauty through art, but also contributes positively to the world around me.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42686,"featured_media":110498,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[6939,6832,23,38,17,16],"yoast_head":"\nMarcella Raneri Speaks on Dance, Fashion, & Creative Freedom<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dancer Marcella Raneri discusses the artistry of movement, fashion as expression, her Gstaad wedding, and the philosophy guiding her life.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/marcella-raneri-dance-fashion-interview\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"GRAZIA Exclusive: Marcella Raneri on Dance, Fashion, & Finding 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