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Men's Fashion Editorials

Photographed by Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca, Henrik Fallenius dons fashions from Polo Ralph Lauren.

The perfect example of a fashion editorial, model Henrik Fallenius stars in a Fashionisto Exclusive lensed by photographer Arnaldo Anaya-Lucca left. Learn more about men's fashion editorials.

So, what exactly is editorial fashion? Editorial fashion has been around for decades, involving photography intended for use in newspapers, magazines, or other print media. With the internet here with us, editorial fashion has found its way into online platforms.

The main purpose of editorial fashion is to tell a story and complement written text with visuals. Editorial mages can be selected and used for a wide range of topics, including fashion, landscape, sports, portraits, and even photojournalism. Sometimes, especially within fashion, images can relay information without necessarily being accompanied by written text.

Fashion Editorials

Photographs of male models are usually used for marketing or representing a wide range of brands and products. Usually, such photoshoots feature models in a particular themed wardrobe. Some editorials are solely dedicated to curating fashion trends for a specific season or new designs by a specific designer. While clothes are usually the highlight of the photoshoot, a lot goes into creating a good editorial. Apart from the clothes worn by the model, photoshoot directors also go for a particular mood.

In fashion magazines such as GQ and L'Officiel Hommes, most of the pages feature professional male models. However, it is also common to see celebrities featuring on the cover or taking several spreads or pages. These features usually include interviews that highlight an aspect of the celebrity’s life and their photographs in the clothes that the magazine would like to market.

Many celebrities have made it on magazines' covers and helped retailers sell their new arrivals such as shoes, perfumes, and clothes. Fashion events such as award ceremonies are also featured in magazines, with some selected designers' looks making it to editorials. Some male celebrities also double up as professional models, making them preferable to use based on their popularity and reach.

Curating Looks for Editorial Fashion

Unlike other photography types, fashion editorials are highly curated, and models are directed to tell a certain story. It may also include extreme poses. A lot of work goes into getting the perfect shots for use in an editorial. Some of the factors that photographers and directors consider include location, lighting, the shoot theme, and the brand being marketed.

For some shoots, props are necessary, including backdrops or other objects. Makeup is always a major aspect of these shoots, as well as the models’ poses. Depending on the theme, the concept of the shoot might vary. Whether indoors or outdoors, photographers need highly professional equipment to come up with quality visuals for editorials. Equipment ranges from tripods, reflectors, camera lenses, portable camera batteries, and more.

Portfolio Building

Editorial fashion benefits a fashion editor and their magazine and retailers and prospective consumers of the advertised products or services. For any male model looking to make it big in the fashion industry, being part of an editorial is a great way to create an impressive portfolio. Stylists, photographers, makeup artists, and shoot directors also use editorials as a platform to showcase their work.

Youssouf Models Coordinated Looks for Vestal Magazine

Youssouf Models Coordinated Looks for Vestal Magazine

Youssouf Bamba steps into a chic wardrobe of neutrals for his latest editorial. Kevin Sinclair photographs Youssouf for the spring-summer 2021 edition of Vestal magazine. For the occasion, stylist David ...
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Nikita & Tamsir Don Saint Laurent for HERO Magazine

Nikita & Tamsir Don Saint Laurent for HERO Magazine

Photographer Alex John Beck (Defacto Inc.) takes to Milan, Italy's streets, to capture a new HERO story. Using gritty black and white photography, Beck collaborates with stylist Ellen Mirck. Current ...
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Oliver & Gavin Sport Oversized Fashions for GQ Russia

Oliver & Gavin Sport Oversized Fashions for GQ Russia

The oversized trend continues to dominate the season, especially when tailoring is under consideration. The bold statement is front and center for the latest edition of GQ Russia. Fresh faces ...
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Body Limits: Eliseu Zimmer for Behind the Blinds

Body Limits: Eliseu Zimmer for Behind the Blinds

Eliseu Zimmer graces Behind the Blinds' pages with a story entitled "Body Limits." Contorting his body, Eliseu appears before the lens of photography duo Estévez+Belloso. The pair captures Eliseu in ...
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Valentin & Raphael Don Spring Trends for GQ Style Germany

Valentin & Raphael Don Spring Trends for GQ Style Germany

Spring is front and center for GQ Style Germany's most recent issue. The fashion magazine highlights the latest design trends with a story that spans twenty-seven pages. Photographer Sarah Blais ...
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Jacey Elthalion Embraces Executive Style for The Rake

Jacey Elthalion Embraces Executive Style for The Rake

Things heat up for The Rake as models Jacey Elthalion and Arielle Panta couple up for "An Office and a Gentleman." The models star in a fashion editorial lensed by ...
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David Trulik Rocks Spring Denim for L'Officiel Italia

David Trulik Rocks Spring Denim for L’Officiel Italia

This month, L'Officiel Italia turns its attention to spring essentials with a fashion editorial entitled "Denim Theory." The magazine enlists photographer Alberto Tandoi to capture a story with styling by ...
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Luka Inspires in Cheeky Tailored Numbers for Vogue Ukraine Man

Luka Inspires in Cheeky Tailored Numbers for Vogue Ukraine Man

Luka Isaac takes to the streets of Paris for Vogue Ukraine Man's spring 2021 cover story. Pierre-Ange Carlotti photographs Luka for the fashion editorial, which boasts the title "The Rake's ...
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Julian Schneyder is in a Fighting Spirit for Numéro Homme

Julian Schneyder is in a Fighting Spirit for Numéro Homme

Julian Schneyder impresses with a new fashion editorial out for Numéro Homme. The Austrian model links up with photographer Pierre Debusschere for a story entitled "Routine." Jean Michel Clerc outfits ...
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Teen Spirit: Hugh Secures His Helmet for Vogue Hommes

Teen Spirit: Hugh Secures His Helmet for Vogue Hommes

Hugh Laughton-Scott is ready to travel the streets on a Vespa as he stars in a new fashion editorial. The British model graces the pages of Vogue Hommes' spring 2021 ...
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