Financial Times - HTSI Magazine

Jun 2026

She'll Take Manhattan, a striking editorial feature for Financial Times HTSI Magazine, serves as a love letter to the kinetic spirit of New York City. Captured through the lens of photographer Tom Craig, the series masterfully leans into the urban grit and grandeur of the metropolis, oscillating between candid street-level spontaneity and cinematic composure. Featuring model Summer Dirx, the project channels a high-fashion, narrative-driven aesthetic that feels both contemporary and nostalgic, anchored by the expert styling of Bay Garnett. The visual storytelling utilizes the city as an expansive stage—from the industrial geometry of Brooklyn Bridge fire escapes to the warm, golden-hour glow across the harbor on a Staten Island ferry. Through deliberate use of natural light, the series captures the texture of the city, at times employing an analogue film quality that imbues the frames with a timeless, cinematic depth. The editorial balance is further refined by Mideyah Parker’s hair styling and Nolan Eakin’s makeup, which maintain a fresh, evocative polish amidst the bustling architecture. By weaving together iconic locales like Radio City Music Hall with intimate, lifestyle-focused portraits, the project succeeds as a sophisticated exploration of style, effectively transforming the familiar rhythms of daily transit and skyscraper-lined streets into a compelling, high-end fashion narrative that captures the relentless pulse of Manhattan.

Editorial, Lifestyle

Natural light

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