Financial Times - HTSI Magazine
Into the Night
Aug 2026
Into the Night for Financial Times HTSI Magazine masterfully navigates the intersection of high-fashion editorial and cinematic storytelling. Through a series of evocative captures, photographer Daniyel Lowden constructs a narrative that feels both intimate and expansive, utilizing natural light to anchor the subjects within their urban environments. The project leans heavily into a moody, after-dark aesthetic, where the soft glow of street lighting and the depth of twilight provide a textured backdrop for the structured, sophisticated garments selected by fashion editor Benjamin Canares. By integrating elements like 35mm film grain and distinct bokeh effects, the editorial achieves an analogue feel that prioritizes character over pure commerce. The styling is defined by architectural silhouettes and tactile textures, seamlessly brought to life through the precise work of hair stylist Masayoshi Fujita and makeup artist Claire Urquhart. Whether utilizing the blurred motion of city streets or the stark stillness of a roadside, the compositions remain anchored in a clean, minimalist tradition. The result is a series of portraits that function as a cohesive lifestyle narrative, documenting the grace of the subjects as they move through the night. Each frame feels deliberate, balancing the technical precision of a traditional fashion shoot with the raw, atmospheric tension of a film still to create a visual journey that is undeniably captivating.
Editorial, Editorial, Vertical, Vertical
Natural light, Natural light
Magazines, Media & Entertainment
