Marie Claire Australia

Sep 2026

The Please Be Seated editorial feature for Marie Claire Australia serves as a masterful exploration of monochrome fashion, stripping away extraneous color to prioritize the raw interplay between light, form, and texture. Captured through the sharp lens of photographer Tim Ashton, the series leans into a stark, minimalist aesthetic where high-key lighting flattens the background into a pristine, seamless canvas. This deliberate choice allows the elaborate sartorial choices curated by fashion editor and stylist Naomi Smith to command the frame, ranging from massive, voluminous faux fur coats that practically consume the subject to intricately woven, metallic-flecked two-piece sets. The visual narrative is punctuated by a consistent beauty direction, notably the high topknot braid styling meticulously crafted by hair stylist Laura Mazikana, which provides a clean, structural counterpoint to the tactile complexity of the garments. By isolating the subjects against such bright, neutral environments, the project channels a sophisticated, artistic energy that feels both timeless and contemporary. The resulting imagery is a masterclass in editorial photography, successfully transforming simple studio setups into a showcase of dramatic silhouettes and high-contrast composition. Every detail, from the pointed stilettos to the ruffled, flared hems, is highlighted with clinical precision, ensuring that the focus remains firmly on the interplay of light and shadow, defining the aesthetic identity of the magazine with a bold, uncompromising visual language.

Editorial, Monochrome, Clean

High-key, Soft Light

Magazines, Media & Entertainment