Flaunt

Jun 2026

In this sophisticated fashion portrait series for Flaunt, professional athlete Weston McKennie trades the pitch for a masterclass in modern menswear tailoring. Photographer Andrea Reina captures a series of editorial portraits that lean into the quiet confidence of the subject, utilizing soft natural light to elevate the rich textures of the wardrobe. With creative guidance from fashion editor and stylist Marco de Lucia, the project explores a palette of muted slate-blue and structured pastel pinks, creating a visual language that feels both accessible and high-end. Each frame moves between intimate medium close-ups and deliberate high-angle, full-length compositions that emphasize geometric precision within the outdoor setting. By placing McKennie against contrasting organic backdrops like dense ivy and weathered brick, the imagery achieves a balance between raw grit and polished refinement. The editorial photography style shines through in the attention to fabric detail and clean, minimalist lines, capturing a side of the talent that is composed, contemplative, and entirely distinct from his sporting persona. This series successfully bridges the gap between traditional portraiture and contemporary fashion editorial, proving that a monochromatic aesthetic, when executed with such intentional lighting and styling, produces a timeless appeal that resonates far beyond the confines of standard industry photography conventions.

Vertical, Editorial

Natural light