American GQ Style
Featured American GQ Style projects
This week's top American GQ Style projects, carefully handpicked by Visie's expert curators, showcase the best in style and innovation.
Project American GQ Style · GQ Recommends
The GQ Recommends series by American GQ Style serves as a masterclass in modern menswear editorial, emphasizing the intersection of high-end tailoring and accessible, everyday streetwear. Photographed by Bowen Fernie, the project utilizes a series of bold, monochromatic studio backdrops in vibrant electric blue and saturated red to elevate the subject matter. The visual narrative leans into editorial minimalism, where the focus remains steadfastly on the interplay between fabric textures—ranging from crisp linen blazers to chunky knit polos—and the clean, graphic lines of the composition. Model Ellis Mueller brings a sense of sophisticated nonchalance to the series, balancing dynamic, mid-stride movement with composed, downward-gazing portraiture that feels both candid and highly curated. By leveraging high-key lighting through consistent use of studio strobe, Fernie ensures the intricate weave of the garments and the high-contrast color palette remain the protagonists of each shot. These portraits successfully strip away atmospheric noise to prioritize the silhouette, showcasing a versatile wardrobe that seamlessly bridges casual lifestyle sensibilities with the sharp precision of fashion photography. The result is a refined collection that celebrates the tactile quality of menswear staples while maintaining the sharp, punchy aesthetic synonymous with contemporary style journalism, offering a masterfully styled look at the season’s most essential silhouettes.
Project American GQ Style · Paul Kelly
In this latest feature for American GQ Style, the editorial team pivots toward a grounding, tactile aesthetic that leans into the intimacy of domestic portraiture. Featuring Paul Anthony Kelly, the project captures a candid lifestyle sensibility that strips away the high-gloss artifice typically found in mass-market magazines, favoring a raw and honest connection between subject and setting. The visual narrative unfolds in a rustic, wood-paneled space where the warmth of a crackling fireplace provides the primary source of illumination, crafting a moody, lived-in atmosphere. By embracing natural light, the photography achieves an organic texture that highlights the effortless intersection of comfort and modern menswear. The deliberate choice of a saturated red zip-up hoodie against the neutral, earth-toned backdrop serves as a vibrant focal point, anchoring the composition while reinforcing the editorial theme of quiet reflection. With meticulous environmental staging by set designer Miles Bettinelli, the shoot avoids the sterile feeling of a studio production, opting instead for a cozy, residential vignette that feels both approachable and aspirational. This project exemplifies how magazines and media outlets can utilize thoughtful art direction to transform a standard portrait session into a nuanced character study, proving that even a simple patchwork quilt and glowing embers can elevate a digital storytelling experience into something deeply resonant and visually compelling for a contemporary, style-conscious audience.
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