March 9, 2016
Published in: Editorials
Agnes Nieske becomes one with the sun by Sofia Sanchez and Mauro Mongiello for Numéro China, March 2016. “Voyage” into the unknown as we open a door to a room that’s been under lock and key. The sensuality of our senses kick-in bringing forth a fusion of feelings. Samuel Francois unleashes his synergistic tone with pieces that project pure power. Fabrics fall over the sk…
December 19, 2015
Published in: Avant-Garde
Kadri Vahersalu happens on a new state of play in “Horror” shot by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro China, 12/15. This story taps into the act of twisted intention, with somber silhouettes that push illusory limits. Stylist, Samuel Francois, finds the fluid nature of fashion through the wickedness of wears. A trio of temptation pops off the page as each desig…
October 26, 2015
Published in: Avant-Garde
Lia Pavlova is lost between here and there in the Gravity issue, by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro China, October 2015. The act of atmospheric pressure gives way as each shot celebrates the beauty of between. Through the distant sounds of hallowed grounds we seek that which can’t be found. Art unfurls as we aimlessly wander through the center of the mind’s eye. …
August 27, 2015
Published in: Avant-Garde
Avery Blanchard revamps the concept of metamorphosis in the Face issue by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro China, August 2015. Paint drips in excess over the skin as layers stack on top of each other. Surreal imagery is enticed by liquid, slowly being poured over the entire body. Shapes are formed in a fusion of fantasy as fashion explodes in a plethora of patterns. Vintage s…
January 31, 2015
Published in: Avant-Garde
Anna Grostina, Steffy Argelich & Maria Veranen saddle up for the season in ‘On a Spring Roll’ by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro Tokyo. ‘The Power of Fashion’ revolts in this dynamic tale of art and function. Through the eyes of tomorrow we can see today. Felipe Mendes shows the strength of modernity with designs that capture our imaginat…
January 19, 2015
Published in: Editorials
Esmeralda Seay-Reynolds feels the fragrance in ‘Curious Doll’ by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro Tokyo, Jan/Feb 2015. A Rose By Any Other Name Would Smell As Sweet…Shakespeare reminds us that, “the names of things do not affect what they really are.” A new day a new way, as we enter 2015 we are filled with the promise of possibility. From the …
September 30, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Natasa Vojnovic explores the art of ecstasy in ‘Ménage À Trois’ by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro #177, October 2014. Lost in the land of illusion, fantasy unfolds, as Natasa seeks refuge from her aching reality. Draped in forbidden fur, the animalistic quality of the shoot evokes a kind of hidden pleasure. Stylist, Samuel François, finds freedom throug…
July 26, 2014
Published in: Covers
Auguste Abeliunaite succumbs to ‘Salvation’ mountain by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro China, August 2014. Leonard Knight shares his supreme vision with the world, in this decadent oasis of desert dreams. An expression of passionate fashion, Auguste loses herself to the power of this peaceful mountain. Stylist, Samuel Francois, creates a camouflage ef…
February 21, 2014
Published in: Beauty
Valerija Kelava, Dasha Gold, Lisa Verberght & Laura O’Grady in ‘Spring’s Best of Show’ by Sofia Sanchez + Mauro Mongiello for Numéro Tokyo. Dizzying and erratic, this dynamic duo dares to go wild with a captivating look at this season’s best. A bold array of color and grey, (Stylist) Felipe Mendes captures our imagination with a series of styles that rang…
July 18, 2013
Published in: Editorials
Elisabeth Erm embodies an icon in ‘Liza’ by Sanchez & Mongiello for Numéro #145 August 2013. Becoming Sally Bowles, Erm plays the colorful and complex character made famous by Liza Minnelli in 1972 film, Cabaret. A feisty piece of fashion magic, by exuding the same combination of brash-zeal & sex-appeal, this artful rendition is an apropos addition to the Exot…