Esquire Portugal

Aug 2026

In the latest menswear feature for Esquire Portugal, titled Onde Mora o Conforto, the editorial team masterfully deconstructs the boundaries between high-fashion composition and architectural landscape. Through the lens of photographer Yulia Plakhotnikova, the project leans into a raw, artistic aesthetic that challenges traditional portraiture, most notably through a surreal, inverted perspective that frames the subject against a harsh, industrial backdrop. Stylist Davor Jelusic curates a wardrobe defined by intentional volume, opting for crisp white button-downs and oversized, relaxed-fit shorts that prioritize comfort without sacrificing structural integrity. The imagery, featuring model Daniel Ajang, consistently employs natural light to bridge the gap between human presence and the geometric repetition of the urban environment, such as the rhythmic placement of air conditioning units against terracotta patios. By blending editorial sophistication with a distinctly gritty edge, the feature explores the intersection of identity and space. The resulting visual narrative is not merely a showcase of contemporary garments but an exploration of how clothing lives within the constraints of modern architecture. Through clever framing and a keen eye for negative space, the collective work succeeds in elevating standard fashion editorial tropes into a cohesive, thought-provoking dialogue about how we inhabit our surroundings, ultimately defining the modern man through a lens of quiet, understated composure and architectural integration.

Editorial

Natural light

Menswear, Fashion