Self-Portrait

Jun 2023

For its Pre-Fall 2023 ad campaign, luxury fashion house Self-Portrait leans into a stark, industrial minimalism that acts as a quiet foil to its signature ornate textures. Captured by photographer Marco van Rijt, the campaign trades the polished traditional studio for the raw concrete of an urban parking garage, creating a compelling dialogue between the high-end garments and their utilitarian environment. Throughout the series, model Martina Boaretto Giuliano moves through these monochromatic spaces, her presence grounded by a neutral, introspective gaze that emphasizes the collection's wearable sophistication. The styling, curated by Rikke Wackerhausen, expertly balances the brand's penchant for embellished detail—ranging from shimmering sequins and metallic rhinestones to delicate feather trims—against more casual, everyday silhouettes like denim and cargo trousers. This editorial approach relies heavily on soft, natural light, which is essential for highlighting the intricate materiality of the dresses and separates while ensuring the imagery remains grounded and authentic. By utilizing diffused lighting and clean, architectural lines, the campaign achieves a polished, contemporary editorial aesthetic that elevates the commercial appeal of the garments. The result is a cohesive visual narrative where the grit of the modern landscape is reimagined as the ultimate stage for refined, textured luxury, successfully grounding Self-Portrait in an aesthetic that is as tactile as it is visually arresting.

Lifestyle, Editorial, Commercial

Natural light

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion