METAL Magazine
facing the nightmare
May 2025
METAL Magazine presents 'facing the nightmare,' an expansive fashion editorial that explores themes of relational intimacy and candid domesticity. Through a lens of warmth and soft natural light, the series documents a cast of subjects in various states of repose, moving between quiet interior moments and raw, textured outdoor settings. Photographer Arianna Genghini captures the collection with an observational eye, employing clean vertical framing and moody, atmospheric compositions. The styling, led by fashion editor Serena Pompei, bridges disparate aesthetics—from vibrant knitwear and denim-on-denim looks to structured leather and ruffled detailing—creating a visual dialogue centered on texture and form. Featuring hair by Taan Doan and makeup by Raffaele Romangoli, the project leans into a grainy, analogue-inflected aesthetic that prioritizes genuine connection over polished artifice. With casting by Sofia Michaud, the editorial offers an intimate study of modern subjects within their private spheres.
Editorial, Vertical, Warm, Clean
Natural light
Designer Fashion
Editorial
