The Face Magazine

Mar 2026

In Family Therapy, a compelling fashion editorial for The Face Magazine, the boundaries between high-end luxury fashion and raw, narrative-driven storytelling are blurred with precision. Through the lens of photographer Oliver Hadlee Pearch, the project oscillates between the clean, high-key intensity of a studio strobe environment and the moody, cinematic warmth of intimate lifestyle vignettes. This dual approach allows the work to move seamlessly from sharp, high-fashion portraiture featuring models like Kai Schreiber to the evocative, dimly lit atmosphere of vintage wood-paneled interiors. Stylist Ursina Gysi elevates the visual narrative by juxtaposing tactile, opulent elements—such as dense faux-fur feathers, shimmering sequins, and structured monogrammed luxury pieces—against unexpected, lived-in settings. The interplay of textures is masterfully supported by the meticulous hair styling of Franziska Presche and the transformative makeup artistry of Mel Arter, which together anchor the subjects in both contemporary edge and timeless drama. Whether capturing a model against a stark, minimalist backdrop or documenting a quiet, shadowed moment inside a cabin, the series leans into a bold aesthetic that balances polished luxury with an unfiltered, almost voyeuristic sense of intimacy. By integrating vibrant lighting shifts and deliberate, cinematic framing, Family Therapy establishes itself as a sophisticated examination of character and style, perfectly capturing the multifaceted spirit of modern luxury fashion houses through an uncompromising editorial perspective.

Vertical, Editorial

Studio strobe

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion