The Sunday Times Style Magazine UK

May 2026

For The Sunday Times Style Magazine UK, the latest cover portrait offers an intimate and playful glimpse into the idiosyncratic world of legendary designer Marc Jacobs. Captured with the precision of studio strobe lighting, the editorial feature leans into a minimalist aesthetic that keeps the focus entirely on the subject, stripping away unnecessary noise to let his vibrant personality dictate the frame. Photographer Nick Newbold frames Jacobs against a clean, light grey backdrop, allowing the visual texture of his long-sleeved black ribbed sweater and the deliberate contrast of his dark, glossy green manicured nails to anchor the composition. The interplay of high-fashion sensibility and irreverent charm is further amplified by the work of makeup artist Dick Page, who adorned the designer’s face with a series of colourful lipstick kiss marks, creating a striking focal point that challenges traditional portraiture norms. With hair styling by Davide Perfetti and executive production by Ella Cutter, this project masterfully balances the polish required for a major media publication with the authentic, quirky edge synonymous with Jacobs himself. By embracing this editorial approach, the piece manages to feel both iconic and distinctly contemporary, proving that even within the confines of a standard magazine cover format, there remains ample room for subverting expectations and celebrating the bold, creative spirit of one of the industry's most recognizable figures.

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