Holiday Magazine: The Sons of Samarkand

Oct 2025

Published in Holiday Magazine, The Sons of Samarkand is a sprawling travel and fashion editorial that explores local landscapes through a documentary lens. The project leans into earthy, raw aesthetics, with photography by Brett Lloyd capturing a series of portraits and candid scenes set against arid terrain and traditional architectural backdrops. With creative direction by Franck Durand, the editorial maintains a grounded, nostalgic tone throughout the layout. Fashion editor and stylist Tony Irvine curates a wardrobe of textured layers, incorporating patterned knitwear, structured tailoring, and oversized fur accents that contrast with the regional settings. The work relies on natural light and an analogue film quality to bring out deep, warm tones, effectively blending high-fashion sensibilities with the quiet atmosphere of the environment. Model Charlie Tilling-Cole leads the imagery, supported by casting director Piotr Chamier.

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