HERO Magazine

Mar 2026

In What Lays Beyond the Hilltop, HERO Magazine presents a striking fashion editorial that masterfully interrogates the space between historical romanticism and contemporary utility. Through a series of highly curated portraits, the project explores the tension of the human form juxtaposed against an eclectic archive of armor and rustic objects. Photographer Fabien Kruszelnicki leans into a deliberate, clean aesthetic, utilizing a mix of natural light and studio strobe to highlight the tactile qualities of the styling. Under the direction of fashion editor Steve Morriss, the series features model Luca Goodfellow, who navigates a wardrobe that ranges from delicate, sheer silk capes and floral brocades to metallic breastplates and chainmail arm protectors. The imagery frequently employs editorial minimalism, allowing the intricate textures of the garments and props to command the frame against neutral, seamless backdrops. With grooming support from hair stylist Lachlan Mackie and makeup artist Samanta Falcone, the series achieves a cinematic quality that feels both timeless and surreal. By grounding avant-garde, armor-inspired silhouettes within a modern lifestyle context, the editorial forces a dialogue between the archaic and the everyday. Each frame functions as a study in contrast, where soft, organic elements like pomegranate or flowers are met with the cold, hard edges of medieval-inspired metalwork, ultimately resulting in a sophisticated visual narrative that feels grounded yet transportive.

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