Model Kamal Sad wearing a white high-collar shirt and scarf next to a dark horse for Elle Men Thailand.

Model Kamal Sad poses in an all-black leather outfit in a dusty horse paddock with a horse in the background.

Kamal Sad stands atop a large stack of burlap sacks wearing a bright yellow jacket, striped t-shirt, and beige trousers.

Model Kamal Sad posing in an unbuttoned shirt, black blazer, shorts, and riding boots inside a horse stall.

Kamal Sad wearing a bright yellow coat, striped shirt, and cream wide-leg trousers in an equestrian stable corridor.

Model Kamal Sad in a cream double-breasted suit and light blue open shirt posing against a dark wooden door.

Kamal Sad leaning against a wire fence wearing a brown overcoat and unbuttoned black shirt with a leather bag.

Model Kamal Sad reclines on a white chair in a sandy horse paddock next to a brown horse in an editorial shoot.

Model standing outdoors wearing a tan trench coat and sunglasses, holding a large dark leather bag beside a stable window with a horse looking out.

Elle Men Thailand The Thoroughbred 2026

About

In the striking series The Thoroughbred, Elle Men Thailand masterfully bridges the gap between high-fashion editorial polish and the grounded reality of an equestrian lifestyle. Captured through the lens of photographer Umberto Buglione, the project frames model Kamal Sad as a modern protagonist who navigates the divide between raw, rural textures and structured luxury fashion. Across a collection of images, the visual narrative leans into a cinematic aesthetic, utilizing natural light to contrast the sleek, tailored silhouettes of wool coats and cream-colored double-breasted suits against the weathered surfaces of stable wood, metal fencing, and industrial staging. The editorial portrait approach is deliberate and composed, often placing the subject within a minimalist architectural framework that highlights the saturated pops of yellow against muted, earthy tones. By integrating elements like heavy leather accessories and direct, steady gazes, the work achieves an intentional tension between refinement and grit. The styling remains consistently sharp, whether the subject is posed in a dusty paddock or against a dark wooden door, creating a cohesive visual identity that feels both grounded and elevated. Through expert framing and a careful balance of shadow and light, the campaign serves as a testament to the versatility of contemporary menswear within a heritage-inspired, rustic setting, resulting in a series that is as atmospheric as it is technically precise.