Two male models posing against a white seamless background for the Petals campaign by Issue South America, photographed by Massimiliano Gallus.

Two male models in trousers and knitwear walking past a pale wall on a paved street in a black and white editorial photograph.

Portrait of a young man wearing a grey suit jacket, white collared shirt, and black bow tie against a white background.

Model in a dark knit sweater and white pleated trousers posing with a bicycle against a textured wall.

A male model leaning against a white wall wearing a grey blazer with surreal extra-long sleeves, white trousers, and a black bowtie.

A young man in silver sunglasses, a black jacket pinned with a flower, and striped shorts sits against a white wall.

Portrait of a young man wearing a grey v-neck sweater over layered collared shirts with a tie against a plain studio backdrop.

Close-up black and white portrait of a young man wearing metallic oval sunglasses and a dark shirt against a pale background.

A young man seated on a chair wearing a navy polka dot coat, beige shorts, and white tights against a plain wall.

Two male models posing amongst parked bicycles in a black and white editorial photograph for Issue South America

Issue South America Petals 2026

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In Petals, Issue South America delivers a masterclass in editorial fashion photography, stripping away the excess to focus on the interplay between architectural garment construction and the raw, human form. Photographer Massimiliano Gallus orchestrates a visual narrative that leans into the stark power of high-contrast black and white, utilizing natural light to define the silhouettes of models Emils Germanis and Ruben Aiello. The series functions as a meditation on modern tailoring, oscillating between the sharp, studio-bound precision of a charcoal pinstripe blazer and the tactile, layered complexity of oversized knitwear and industrial textures. Casting director Carlo Savoldi curates a look that feels both grounded and otherworldly, particularly in portraits where deconstructed sleeves trail to the floor or modern eyewear reflects the minimalist studio environment. By blending analogue film techniques with a clean, contemporary aesthetic, the project avoids the pitfalls of seasonal trends, opting instead for a timeless, portrait-heavy focus. The composition is deliberate, utilizing off-white backdrops to isolate the subjects and emphasize the meticulous styling, from vintage bicycle accents to intricate silver floral brooches. Petals captures a sophisticated urban atmosphere, where each frame feels like an intentional study in rhythm and contrast, proving that through disciplined lighting and a restrained palette, the most compelling fashion stories are those that allow the details to speak for themselves.