Posts featuring stylist Samuel Francois
October 26, 2015
Published in: Avant-Garde
Lia Pavlova Floats High Above the Sounds of Hallowed Grounds
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. …
March 25, 2015
Published in: Editorials
Fall Into a Dreamy Mix of Pop & Play by Miles Aldridge
Giedre Kiaulenaite falls into a dreamy mix of pop and play in ‘Extase’ by Miles Aldridge, Numéro #162. Camera shots capture our imagination as crazy angles pull you in. Modern fashion erupts with avant-garde statements that define the art of bold. From wickedly wonderful to sickeningly sweet each shot celebrates the beauty of beyond. Stylist, Samuel François, gives us a u…
December 8, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Lina Berg is 'Divine' by Miles Aldridge for Numéro
Lina Berg braves the decadent world of the ‘Divine’ by Miles Aldridge for Numéro Magazine. A vivid mix of art & intoxication, Aldridge lures us into his den of iniquity. Saturated in style, Samuel François gives us a taste of the 70’s, mixed with a future flare from Chanel, Dsquared2, Falke, Giorgio Armani, Gripoix, Philippe Ferrandis & Prada. Makeup Arti…
September 30, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Natasa Vojnovic Touches off a Triple Threat 'Ménage À Trois'
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…
September 13, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Alana Zimmer Plays a Funny Bird in 'Drôle D'Oiseau'
Alana Zimmer walks inside works of modern art in ‘Drôle D’Oiseau’ by Erik Madigan Heck for Numéro #156, September 2014. The Funny Bird has a flair with a stunning selection of outta this world styles. Posing with drôle delight, Zimmer flies through the mind’s sky, flaunting like an avant-garde peacock. Stylist, Samuel François, creates bird-like eleganc…
August 30, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Auguste Abeliunaite Lets the 'Pink Flamingos' Play On
Auguste Abeliunaite hides in plain site in ‘Pink Flamingos’ shot by Sofia Sanchez & Mauro Mongiello for Numéro Magazine #156. Celebrating the art of disguise, Auguste captures our imagination by embracing her alternative side. Do my eyes deceive me, or does decadence reign down as the dark side of beauty basks on the dessert of love? Opposites attract, as (Stylist) Sam…
July 26, 2014
Published in: Covers
Numéro China
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…
July 14, 2014
Published in: Editorials
Anmari Botha Breaks the Chains in 'Underwater Love'
Anmari Botha breaks the chains in ‘Underwater Love’ by Laurie Bartley for Numéro #155, August 2014. Under the dark blanket of the midnight sky comes the truth. The art of noir erupts with decadent designs meant to defy the laws of nature. Playing the phenom of high fashion, Botha is garbed in strong pieces by Emporio Armani, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Fendi, Miu Miu & Pa…
June 28, 2014
Published in: Avant-Garde
Miles Aldridge Exposes Us to 'Sylvie Fleury' in Numéro
Auguste Abeliunaite rises up in ‘Sylvie Fleury‘ shot by Miles Aldridge for Numéro #154, June/July 2014. Aldridge exposes us to the artistry of underground in this story of light & dark. Stylist, Samuel François, captures the chasms in-between with gowns by Vivienne Westwood, Marni, Haider Ackermann & Jean Paul Gaultier. The fantasy of high fashion explodes wit…
July 18, 2013
Published in: Editorials
Elisabeth Erm Channels 'Liza' From the Film Cabaret
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…
July 16, 2013
Published in: Covers
Numéro Magazine
Daphne Groeneveld tempts us with a tryst in ‘Chambre 14’ by Ellen von Unwerth for Numéro #145 the Erotic Issue, August 2013. Retro inspired beauty reflected through a revolving hotel door, we follow Groeneveld as she makes her way to Room 14 to grab a little afternoon delight. Sex with just a hint of danger, Unwerth captures the clandestine spirit of a secret affair in this sm…
June 9, 2013
Published in: Editorials
Sasha Luss Dares to Disturb in 'Born to be Wild'
Punk goes primitive with Sasha Luss is ‘Born to be Wild’ by Anthony Maule for the 2013 June/July issue of Numéro #144. Following the order of disorder, this edgy editorial combines the forces of fashion and art in an effort to uses the power of punk to provoke. Meant to disrupt, disturb, inspire & insight the origins of this movement comes from the anti-establishment (Punk…
T’s Philosophy
April 27, 2020
Published in: T'S PHILOSOPHY
We Send Love to Soldiers In Scrubs
In this time of suffering, one shining attribute has come to define our devoted Healthcare Workers… STRENGTH DOESN’T MEAN YOU DON’T HAVE FEAR… IT MEANS YOU’RE STRONG ENOUGH TO FIND POWER IN THE FACE OF OVERWHELMING EMOTIONS.
April 12, 2020
Published in: T'S PHILOSOPHY
Mask Marks Heart's of Our True Heroes
A Mask Can Be Our Most Potent Weapon In this Fight Against a Venomous Virus. Make No Mistake About It, We Are In a War! The fight of our lives. There is no news clips that will makes this all quit. This is ain’t no faux-show.
August 8, 2019
Published in: T'S PHILOSOPHY
Woman Walking This World Alone...
Sara Blomqvist captures the je ne sais quoi of the city in ‘Paris Chic’ by Sebastian Sabal-Bruce for Vogue Germany, September 2019. Suits send a message of strength, with squared shoulders and straight lines.