Sam Freedberg, Taylor Gannon and Sam Houston don a wardrobe of alternative menswear in TOM* Magazine's latest editorial exclusive. The Canadian publication is based in Toronto and was created in conjunction with the Toronto Men's Fashion Week event.
Photographers SATY + PRATHA capture 'Chemical Valley' and work alongside the shoot's wardrobe stylist Chad Burton. Chad dresses the editorial's model cast in graphically bold and youthful looks from designers including Benji WZW among other names.
Hair Styling for this alternative menswear editorial is handled by Chanel Croker while the shoot's makeup is courtesy of Kelty Lewis. Referencing street style, urban youth culture and nostalgic undertones, this editorial defies expectation and highlights edgy and artfully constructed pieces. Its fashions are enhanced by Michael Vicjers' sculptures that are carefully arranged by prop stylist Jennifer East.
Alternative Menswear Editorials
TOM* Magazine's Chemical Valley Feature is Graphically Bold
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