U Repubblica features Italian Olympic swimmer Thomas Ceccon in a series of editorial portraits that blend athletic identity with high-fashion sensibilities. Photographed by Tom Johnson with art direction from Ben Kelway, the campaign leans into natural light and a mix of gritty monochrome and warm, saturated palettes to frame the subject.
Fashion styling by Giovanni Dario Laudicina balances structured tailoring with athletic accessories, including nods to Ceccon’s professional sport. With grooming provided by Paolo Soffiatti and Arianna Campa, the series captures the subject in both outdoor greenery and controlled studio settings, utilising techniques like chiaroscuro and high-speed freeze photography to define the narrative.
