Model seated wearing a grey zip polo shirt and dark trousers against a white seamless background

Young Black male model seated on a zebra-print surface against a bright blue backdrop wearing patterned vest and brown trousers

Two male models posing against a neutral studio background wearing layered streetwear apparel and jackets.

A man wearing a black cowboy hat, dark sleeveless patterned shirt, and brown shorts standing against a light background

Male model wearing an unzipped black leather jacket and black briefs against a neutral light grey background.

Model in blue striped polo shirt and green shorts posing against a warm brown backdrop for Behind the Blinds project Maybe I Could Love You

Young man with short hair wearing a blue shirt, black leather vest, and dark shorts against a pale background

Shirtless male model wearing multiple leather belts around his waist and light blue jeans against a plain white background

Young man with dark hair wearing fringed black top and red velvet pants seated on a wooden chair against a plain white background

Black male model in a black leather jacket and matching gloves holding a red rose against a vibrant blue studio backdrop.

Model wearing a white jacket and briefs seated on a wooden chair against a black seamless backdrop.

A male model seated wearing an off-white patterned blazer and dark trousers against a warm studio backdrop.

Male model wearing an orange long-sleeve top and white shorts on a zebra-print bed for Behind the Blinds editorial.

Young Black male model wearing denim shorts and white socks against a warm brown backdrop

A male model seated on a white background wearing an oversized brown jacket, dark shorts, and white boots.

A Black man wearing a white cowboy hat and blue denim vest seated in a chair against a neutral background.

Young male model holding a red rose against his chest, wearing a black jacket and blue zip-up top.

Model lounging on a peach-coloured bed wearing an open black jacket, dark trousers, and white socks with loafers

Behind the Blinds Maybe I Could Love You 2026

About

Maybe I Could Love You is a striking fashion editorial featured in Behind the Blinds that masterfully explores the intersection of classic tailoring and contemporary subversion. Through a series of minimalist portraits, the project interrogates modern masculinity by stripping back traditional luxury silhouettes to reveal raw, vulnerable sensibilities. Photographer David Macke captures his subjects with a precise, clean eye, utilizing a blend of studio strobe and natural light to emphasize the rich tactile qualities of velvet, leather, and lace against stark, high-contrast backdrops. Fashion editor and stylist Mauricio Quezada orchestrates a narrative of deliberate contradiction, pairing structured, cream-colored blazers and monogrammed velvet trousers with unexpected elements like athletic shorts and distressed denim. This juxtaposition is further refined by the grooming expertise of hair stylist Dennis Devoy and makeup artist Regina Harris, whose work ensures a polished yet organic finish across the diverse cast. Models Ben Brooks, Joey Phillips, and Stefano Scholtens anchor the project, leaning into an aesthetic of editorial minimalism that feels both timeless and aggressively current. By grounding the styling in deliberate layering and bold, saturated color palettes—occasionally punctuated by the poetic inclusion of a single red rose—the team creates a nuanced visual dialogue. The project channels an intentional, contemplative mood that elevates the medium of the studio portrait, firmly establishing its place within the elevated landscape of contemporary luxury fashion.