John Varvatos Heads in New Direction for Spring Ads, Taps Model Sid Ellisdon

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Published February 16, 2016

Sid Ellisdon models a striped suit for John Varvatos' spring-summer 2016 campaign.Pin
Sid Ellisdon models a striped suit for John Varvatos’ spring-summer 2016 campaign.

Spring marks a new chapter for John Varvatos branding. The designer has parted ways with longtime collaborator photographer Danny Clinch, but that’s not the only change. Instead of featuring a rock musician in his latest campaign, Varvatos tapped model Sid Ellisdon to front the outing. Posing for black & white images, Sid is photographed by Billy Kidd.

Related: John Varvatos Spring/Summer 2016 Menswear

Talking to WWD about the advertisement, Varvatos shared, “Rock extends beyond a genre or a moment and embodies a lifestyle unlike any other.” The American designer continues, “With the new campaign, the message we’re communicating is: we salute individuality, authenticity, freedom and rebellion. Achieve greatness in your own way.”

John Varvatos Spring/Summer 2016 Campaign

Sid Ellisdon pictured in sunglasses for John Varvatos spring-summer 2016 advertising campaign.Pin
Sid Ellisdon pictured in sunglasses for John Varvatos spring-summer 2016 advertising campaign.

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John Varvatos Spring/Summer 2016 Campaign Video

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