Calvin Klein

Jun 2026

For the Calvin Klein Pride 2026 ad campaign, creative directors Deon Hinton, Bruno Stau, and Rebekah Campbell have orchestrated a visual narrative that effortlessly bridges the gap between raw, intimate expression and high-fashion editorialism. The campaign celebrates identity through a series of striking portraits that lean into both commercial minimalism and dramatic, cinematic flair. By utilizing a mix of bright, studio strobe lighting for crisp, high-key impact and more moody, chiaroscuro-inspired natural light, the imagery captures a spectrum of human emotion and physical form. The collection, which spans underwear and fashion essentials, is characterized by vibrant rainbow-accented logos and bold monochromatic palettes, set against stark studio backdrops or industrial, urban landscapes featuring vintage motorcycles. The execution channels an authentic, lifestyle-oriented energy, blending live-action technique with deliberate, balanced compositions that highlight the models' athletic builds and personal details. Whether through the quiet confidence of a reclined portrait on textured furniture or the dynamic movement of an athletic stretch, the campaign maintains a polished, cohesive aesthetic. By focusing on the interplay of skin, fabric, and iconic branded waistbands, this project serves as a sophisticated extension of the brand's heritage, inviting viewers into an honest celebration of Pride that feels both timeless and deeply of the moment.

Commercial, Vertical

Studio strobe

Lingerie & Underwear, Fashion