HERO Magazine

Mar 2026

In What Lays Beyond the Hilltop, HERO Magazine explores the evocative intersection of historical romanticism and contemporary streetwear. This fashion editorial campaign strips back the artifice of traditional luxury, placing the focus squarely on the dialogue between antique armor, ornate damask, and modern denim. Captured through the lens of photographer Fabien Kruszelnicki, the series leans into an editorial aesthetic that balances raw, tactile textures with a clean, minimalist studio approach. Stylist Steve Morriss masterfully juxtaposes disparate elements—think medieval metal gorgets paired with casual fleece, or structured brocade doublets layered over everyday jeans—to create a visual narrative that feels both timeless and distinctly forward-looking. Featuring model Luca Goodfellow, whose presence anchors the surreal conceptualism, the imagery utilizes a blend of studio strobe and natural light to emphasize the fine details of the garments. The project is further polished by hair stylist Lachlan Mackie and makeup artist Samanta Falcone, whose work maintains the raw, authentic edge essential to the shoot’s cinematic sensibility. By merging the grandeur of historical tailoring with the simplicity of the human form, the project channels a compelling, almost melancholic grace. These portraits, characterized by high-key lighting and medium format precision, invite the viewer to reconsider the relationship between the protective weight of history and the fluidity of modern style.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light

Designer Fashion, Fashion