Numéro Switzerland

May 2026

In the striking fashion editorial Soft Machines for Numéro Switzerland, the traditional boundaries of garment presentation are dismantled through a lens of sculptural performance and architectural precision. The project serves as a masterclass in editorial minimalism, leaning into the tension between soft, tactile human forms and the rigid geometry of high-end tailoring. By integrating the expertise of movement director Andrea Risso, the editorial transcends standard portraiture, utilizing athletic and dance-inspired choreography to animate the clothing. The resulting imagery reads as a rhythmic dialogue between the subjects, where dynamic postures and controlled interaction highlight the exquisite textures of wool, leather, and intricate knitwear. Shot with a combination of studio strobe and natural light, the work maintains a consistently polished aesthetic that frames the models as components within a larger, deliberate composition. Each frame feels calculated yet intimate, exploring the quiet relationship between the wearer and their wardrobe against an expansive, neutral beige backdrop. This project avoids the cluttered tropes of commercial photography, instead favoring a refined, low-key chiaroscuro approach that emphasizes silhouette and line. By stripping back distractions, Soft Machines focuses entirely on the intersection of physical endurance and sartorial grace, delivering a sophisticated narrative that celebrates both the engineering of the garments and the raw, stoic humanity of the individuals wearing them.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light, Studio strobe

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion