Vanity Fair Italia

Mar 2026

In Shirt Stories, Vanity Fair Italia masterfully deconstructs the humble white button-down, transforming a foundational wardrobe staple into a multifaceted exploration of luxury fashion. Captured through the lens of photographer Noémi Ottilia Szabo, this fashion editorial campaign leans into a sophisticated, intellectual aesthetic that balances sharp tailoring with avant-garde experimentation. Through a series of carefully curated portraits, the project showcases the garment not merely as clothing but as a sculptural element, utilizing varied layers, oversized collars, and intricate textures to command visual attention. The editorial narrative is anchored by the precise fashion styling of Donatella Musco, who expertly navigates the tension between crisp, minimalist poplin and the rich, organic weight of leather and structured silhouettes. Set against a backdrop of muted earth tones, terracotta walls, and classical interiors, the imagery utilizes natural light and high-contrast studio strobe lighting to emphasize depth and form. Complementing the visual story, Manuela Balducci delivers bold, refined makeup—notably featuring striking orange-red lips—while Mamrez Abbasi provides sleek, architectural hair styling that enhances the model Tessa Bruinsma’s poise. By oscillating between cinematic chiaroscuro and soft, lifestyle-driven natural light, the series elevates the iconic shirt, inviting viewers to appreciate the interplay of fabric, geometry, and refined character within the contemporary luxury fashion landscape.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light

Luxury Fashion Houses, Fashion