Numéro Homem Brasil

May 2026

In the striking fashion editorial project CONTROLE vs. FRAGILIDADE for Numéro Homem Brasil, the tension between strength and vulnerability is meticulously examined through a monochromatic lens. Photographer Rodolfo Ruben captures a series of deliberate portraits that lean into the dialectic suggested by the title, utilizing the stark contrast of a minimalist studio environment to amplify the visual narrative. With sharp creative direction and styling by Giovanni Frasson, the project utilizes editorial portraiture to explore modern masculinity, juxtaposing raw, tattooed skin with the structured elegance of luxury fashion pieces from brands like Prada and Tiffany & Co. The imagery moves fluidly between stillness and kinetic energy, employing high-key lighting to emphasize the intricate textures of chunky knits and crisp shirting, while low-key chiaroscuro techniques add a dramatic, sculptural weight to the compositions. Models Akin Henrias and Lucas Rozin are framed within clean, graphic layouts—often utilizing split-screen diptychs and bold negative space—to heighten the interplay between the subjects and their attire. By stripping away extraneous color, the project achieves a sophisticated, contemporary aesthetic that feels both timeless and urgent. Every frame serves as a meditation on composure, stripping away the noise to highlight the inherent fragility and controlled power present within the curated, high-fashion silhouettes that define this compelling collaborative exploration.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion