Elle Men Thailand

Apr 2026

The Urban Soul project for Elle Men Thailand serves as a masterclass in atmospheric visual storytelling, pushing the boundaries of the traditional fashion editorial through a surrealist, high-concept lens. Captured by photographer Arthur Iskandarov and curated by fashion editor and stylist Alex Klop, the series transcends the typical lookbook format, blending the raw edges of reportage with the polish of high-end luxury fashion. The narrative unfolds across a series of stark, high-contrast monochrome portraits and cinematic cityscapes that lean into a gritty, metropolitan aesthetic. By juxtaposing avian motifs—such as feathered headpieces and live birds—against concrete, graffiti-clad urban backdrops, the team creates a visual tension between the organic and the built environment. The project heavily utilizes editorial minimalism and low-key chiaroscuro lighting to draw out the intricate textures of structured wool coats and loose-fitting streetwear silhouettes. Techniques like analogue film aesthetics and subtle motion blur are employed to ground the surreal subject matter in a sense of lived-in reality, ensuring that even the most avant-garde compositions feel deeply human and contemplative. This body of work successfully synthesizes natural light portraiture with a documentary-style approach, creating a cohesive visual language that feels both timeless and aggressively contemporary, firmly establishing a bold new standard for men's fashion publication design.

Editorial, Portrait

Natural light

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion