Mastermind Magazine
High and Dry
Apr 2026
In the latest editorial spread for Mastermind Magazine, titled High and Dry, photographer Alasdair McLellan masterfully captures the tension between raw industrial surroundings and sophisticated modern tailoring. The fashion campaign centers on a collection of oversized outerwear, where the interplay of loose silhouettes and structured fabric becomes the primary focus. By utilizing both natural light and dramatic low-key chiaroscuro techniques, the imagery achieves a distinct cinematic quality that feels both intimate and expansive. Casting directors Piergiorgio Del Moro and Jussi Vuorenlehto assemble a compelling ensemble of models, including Jacqui Hooper, whose grounded expressions resonate against the stark, repetitive geometry of seaside pier structures and rusted metal frameworks. Fashion editor Marie-Amélie Sauvé elevates these portraits through sharp styling, contrasting high-gloss finishes and crisp whites with the coarse, pebbled reality of the shoreline. The project leans into a minimalist aesthetic, where the focus remains strictly on the synthesis of human emotion and garment texture. By pairing the harsh, architectural lines of the setting with soft, directional lighting, the series transcends traditional fashion portraiture, offering a narrative that is as much about the environment as it is about the clothes themselves. This collection demonstrates a refined editorial vision, seamlessly blending high-fashion sensibilities with a gritty, authentic sense of place that defines contemporary magazine visual storytelling.
Editorial, Portrait
Natural light, Natural light
