FAZ Magazine

Apr 2026

In Wieviel Nostalgie hat die Zukunft?, FAZ Magazine presents a compelling fashion editorial that interrogates the tension between historical reverence and forward-thinking design. Through a series of high-contrast black and white portraits, the project explores how sculptural silhouettes and layered textures can evoke both a sense of the past and an avant-garde vision of the future. Photographer José Cuevas employs a mix of natural light and low-key chiaroscuro lighting to accentuate the raw materiality of the settings—which range from industrial concrete spaces to weathered, tactile interiors—creating a cinematic atmosphere that grounds the high-fashion styling. Fashion editor Juan Camilo Rodríguez curates an aesthetic defined by dramatic ruffles, conceptual accessories, and structural garment shapes, often juxtaposing organic forms with metallic, artificial elements. With casting direction by Remi Felipe, the editorial features models Amós Abreu, Ateta Jok, Bilal Bourhattas, Michael Zielinski, and Santa Valentina, who maintain a stoic, reflective presence throughout the series. The use of analogue film techniques and macro fine art details adds a layer of depth and visual friction, allowing the project to lean into a sophisticated, editorial minimalism. By blending gritty, industrial backdrops with meticulously constructed attire, the narrative channels a deep, introspective dialogue about the nature of time, identity, and the evolving language of contemporary style in a rapidly shifting cultural landscape.

Editorial, Portrait

Natural light