D Repubblica: Not Your Average

Brand

D Repubblica

Date

Nov 2025

Description

For D Repubblica’s editorial feature 'Not Your Average,' photographer Chris Rhodes captures a series of stark, high-contrast fashion portraits. Featuring model Betsy Gaghan, the imagery explores a monochromatic aesthetic that leverages both low-key chiaroscuro lighting and direct, hard sunlight to create graphic, geometric compositions against architectural backdrops. The project incorporates a distinct analogue film quality, grounding the editorial styling in raw, gritty textures. Fashion editor Alister Mackie anchors the wardrobe, working alongside hair stylist Shiori Takahashi and makeup artist Laura Dominique to develop a sculptural, minimalist look that emphasizes form and shadow across various indoor and outdoor environments.

Style

Editorial, Vertical

Industries

Magazines

Color

Jet Black

Context

Editorial