D Repubblica

Sep 2026

In the latest editorial spread for D Repubblica titled Her Own Time, the intersection of high-concept designer fashion and intimate portraiture reaches a striking equilibrium. Photographed by Drew Vickers, the series leans into the raw, evocative power of monochrome storytelling to strip away the artifice often found in glossy magazine layouts. By utilizing analogue film and soft natural light, the visuals capture a sense of timelessness, favoring mood and texture over the fleeting trends typical of contemporary media and entertainment. The project features an expansive ensemble of talent, including Kristen McMenamy, Malgosia Bela, and Saskia de Brauw, whose presence anchors the creative vision of fashion editor Carlos Nazario. Each frame functions as a study in poise, where the choice of a sheer, floral-embellished dress or the subtle placement of a fern in the foreground adds essential depth to the composition. Under the direction of casting leads Giulia Massullo and Piergiorgio Del Moro, the cast delivers a performance of quiet intensity, complemented by Louis Ghewy's sculptural hair styling and Inge Grognard’s precise makeup applications. This editorial project succeeds by prioritizing character and narrative weight, demonstrating how editorial fashion photography can transcend the static nature of the medium to create a truly atmospheric and grounded visual dialogue between the subject and the viewer.

Editorial, Monochrome, Moody

Analogue / film, Natural light

Designer Fashion, Magazines, Fashion, Media & Entertainment