V Magazine

Jul 2026

In this high-fashion editorial for V Magazine, photographer duo Luigi & Iango masterfully collaborate with model Liu Wen to deliver a visual narrative that redefines modern luxury fashion house aesthetics. The project leans into editorial minimalism, utilizing a neutral grey studio backdrop to allow the intricate textures of structured tailoring and avant-garde silhouettes to take center stage. Under the creative guidance of fashion editor B. Akerlund, the styling explores bold geometry and monochromatic elegance, featuring everything from whimsical rabbit-ear hats to sleek silk slip dresses. The imagery is defined by a sharp, cinematic approach, with the production team employing meticulous studio strobe techniques and occasional low-key chiaroscuro lighting to amplify the sharp, deliberate lines of the garments. Makeup artist Georgi Sandev complements this intensity with precise winged eyeliner and a signature dark lip, creating a high-contrast aesthetic that feels both timeless and aggressively contemporary. With hair styling by Lauren Berrones and casting curated by Maxime Valentini, the shoot captures a sense of sophisticated playfulness, positioning Liu Wen as the ultimate muse for these sculptural, high-fashion looks. The result is a cohesive, high-impact portfolio that demonstrates how a controlled studio environment can elevate garment construction into a form of high art, balancing the heavy, metallic hardware of accessories against the soft drape of silks and sharp precision of suiting.

Editorial, Vertical

Studio strobe

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion