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Featured Esquire projects

This week's top Esquire projects, carefully handpicked by Visie's expert curators, showcase the best in style and innovation.

Close-up portrait of Jordan Barrett with slicked hair wearing a white collared shirt against a vibrant blue background for Esquire. Project

Esquire · Esquire Jordan Barrett

This editorial portrait series for Esquire features model Jordan Barrett, captured in a collection of high-fashion layouts. The project balances clean, vibrant studio compositions with moody, high-contrast imagery. Photographed by Hector Clark, the series utilizes both cinematic chiaroscuro techniques and gritty monochrome aesthetics. The visual approach leans into tactile textures and deep tonal gradations, resulting in a distinct editorial look that integrates graphic typography and analogue film grain.

Close-up portrait of a man wearing a navy blue bucket hat, striped polo shirt, and pinstripe blazer against a clear sky background. Project

Esquire · Summer 2024

Esquire’s Summer 2024 fashion editorial captures a coastal, leisure-focused aesthetic through a series of vivid outdoor portraits. The project leans into layered, textured menswear, showcasing a palette of vibrant stripes, bold patterns, and relaxed resort-style tailoring against seaside and parkland settings. Photographer Adrian Mesko utilizes natural light to highlight the intricate fabric textures and warm tones of the collection. The editorial is defined by a clean, polished art direction, with fashion styling by David Bonney and production by Sofia Sallons, emphasizing a summery, approachable mood throughout the series.

Portrait of filmmaker James Wan wearing a black shirt and leather wristwatch against a textured wall Project

Esquire · James Wan is the New Master of Horror

For this feature in Esquire magazine, filmmaker James Wan is the subject of an editorial profile exploring his work within the horror genre. The project, titled "James Wan is the New Master of Horror," documents the director through a series of portraits that lean into a cinematic, low-key aesthetic. Captured by photographer John Russo under the creative direction of Grant Pearce, the series utilizes moody, directional lighting and raw, textured backgrounds—ranging from weathered stone to industrial concrete—to evoke a somber, atmospheric quality. The editorial features a mix of monochrome and deep-toned compositions, employing chiaroscuro techniques to emphasize form and shadow. Fashion styling by Audrey Brianne and hair styling by Barbara Guillaume define a sharp, consistent silhouette for the subject throughout the various studio-based setups. Production for the shoot was managed by Ken Waller.

Actor Travis Fimmel wearing a cap and button-down shirt inside a rustic vehicle for an Esquire magazine cover portrait Project

Esquire · Travis Fimmel

Actor Travis Fimmel stars in this editorial portrait series for Esquire. Captured across a variety of settings, the imagery leans into a rugged, grounded aesthetic that balances outdoor natural environments with rustic workshop interiors. Photographer John Russo utilizes both warm, natural light and high-contrast monochrome tones to highlight textural details. The shoot, featuring fashion styling by Grant Pearce and grooming by Kristin Heitkotter, maintains a clean editorial composition throughout. Elements such as analogue film techniques and diverse environmental backdrops underscore the feature's focus on character-driven storytelling.

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Esquire · Style Genius