Dive into the visually rich world of fashion photography with our curated collection of some of the best fashion photography portfolios on Format. Highlighting a selection of incredibly talented photographers who are shaping editorial photography with their distinct skill and ability to translate fashion into a story.
Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your next photoshoot, looking to hire a top-tier fashion photographer, or simply appreciate breathtaking imagery, these portfolios showcase the pinnacle of creative fashion photography and offer a glimpse into the future of the industry. Get ready to explore diverse styles, innovative concepts, and the unparalleled talent behind some of today’s most captivating fashion narratives.
Chris Schoonover
If ‘60s mod art were captured through a 21st-century camera lens, Chris Schoonover would be the visionary behind it. The retro tone of these portraits of familiar faces evokes editorial minimalism; think 1965 with a modern-day perspective, eclectic yet sleek.
While Schoonover’s work is primarily portrait-style photography, his portfolio also showcases his range of approaches. His stylistic choices transport the viewer into a retro dream; even in capturing candids, he remains attuned to the vintage vibe.
One of the many photographers you’ll find on this list using the minimalist Horizon Left theme, customized here for maximum imagery to the side scroll, Schoonover selected a typewriter font that reinforces his aesthetic.
Ed Maximus
Ed Maximus’ conceptual photographs reflect his multi-disciplinary background in the arts and engineering, streams that inform his exceptional work and precise execution. Working with brands like Carol’s Daughter and publications such as Elle, Vogue, and Allure, his images are known for their singular style; moody, haunting and gorgeous.
His portfolio makes no distinction between his commercial and artistic work, he brings the best of both worlds to each; his art is sleek and technically perfect, and his commercial work has unusual depth. His portfolio “For Colored Girls” is a perfect example of the division between the two blurring. In one diptych, three women link hands, joined in a dance that evokes the work of Matisse, Picasso, and Ernie Barnes; a celebration of joy, body, and representation.
Format’s Offset theme centers the viewer’s attention on one image at a time, allowing for the full impact of these densely layered and meaningful works to be felt.
Stella Bonasoni
Stella Bonasoni’s portfolio is a reflection of her work: chic. The Italy-based photographer’s work has appeared in Vogue, Elle, GQ, Marie Claire, Esquire, Numéro–for this prolific photographer, the list of publications goes on. Studying photography, Bonasoni brings the highest technical precision to her unique vision.
Horizon Left’s narrative scroll from left to right is a popular choice among editorial photographers looking to showcase their work, used to great effect in this compelling portfolio–a standout example is Night at the Fun Fair, a story for Nylon magazine. Bringing atmosphere, color, and edge, the curatorial choice of portrait and landscapes keeps the viewer’s eye moving.
Schaël Marceus
Angelic, high fashion is what comes to mind when looking at Schaël Marceus’ portfolio. The rich tones and colors in Marceus’ work is highlighted by his portfolio’s layout and Format’s Post website theme; the clean lines and bright white background surrounding the photos serve to enhance their softness. Combined with the sharp contrasts of lighting and bold color, the result is an avant-garde portfolio.
Often appearing statuesque, he selects subjects who draw attention to the beauty of the human silhouette. Whether working in color or black & white, the cinematic feel of his photographs is heightened by his use of light and choice of color palettes; sharp contrasts of colors and the range of depth in his shadows marrying high fashion and cinema.
Gaetan Caputo
Belgian-based photographer Gaetan Caputo’s versatility is on display with a landing page that quickly cycles through images, utilizing a GIF montage for maximum impact and drawing the viewer deeper into his already compelling projects.
Using the Peak theme with a custom logo, the photographer conveys his distinctive brand of aesthetics through deliberate, bespoke design choices. Stunning, content-rich galleries keep us scrolling, captivated by his use of color and moody backgrounds, and delighted by additional staggered GIFs, which bring a sense of movement and playfulness to his incredible editorial portfolio.
Kristine Kilty
The bold cover page of Kristine Kilty’s portfolio sets the tone for the rest of her sensational images; her background in fashion design and visual art informs her work as an editorial photographer. For example, her shoot for Harper’s Bazaar–her model’s pose as they’re styled in an elegant blazer, appearing to be in an 18th century-inspired study.
A strong portfolio highlighted by the choice of template, Horizon Left has the viewer digitally recreating the experience of flipping through a magazine. With a consistent element of sophisticated playfulness, her bold and theatrical imagery is a unique juxtaposition of fun in “serious” spaces.
C-Reel
The Bali-based photographer gravitates towards unique landscapes for the ultimate vacation fantasy, using lush terrain as a fashion backdrop. Using Format’s Coral theme, naturally, his portfolio design ties into this effortlessly cool vibe by using an intuitive soft color background to highlight each photo.
Shooting for high-profile brands such as Ralph Lauren and Asics, C-Reel’s photography is playful yet editorial; raw, and high fashion.
Shingi Rice
Cool, ethereal, and of the moment, London-based photographer Shingi Rice is best known for her effortlessly cool portraiture style. Working with household names like Apple and Dove, Rice can make commercial work feel distinctly fun, and face-forward. Making the viewer just as captivated by her subjects as she clearly is. Using industrial areas and city streets as backdrop, Rice balances the roughness of spaces with the soft beauty of her models, amplifying her vision with her use of color. Using the Horizon theme, her brightly colored, avant-garde fashion imagery pops against the minimalist design.
Zantz Han
If you love fashion magazines and know your covers, you’ve probably see Zantz Han’s work. Prominent in the editorial fashion photography world, their work has been featured in Vogue Singapore, L’Officiel Singapore, and Elle, among others.
Using the Peak website template as a backdrop for their stunning and timeless portfolio, the Singapore-based photographer has the navigation speak quietly in the background while their bold images speak straight to the viewer in the foreground. One editorial in particular stands out, their project for Cake Magazine meets the daring indie publication on their level, bringing unmatched color and style.
Brian Rodney Carr
Brian Rodney Carr is the talented editorial photographer behind some familiar favourite campaigns. Working with Allo, Spotify, and Chanel, his work expresses his unique viewpoint. Sleek, cinematic and full of atmosphere, like the photographer’s personal work, his editorial images tell a vivid story.
Carr uses the Post Website theme for its clean lines and columns, while also choosing to create long gallery pages for viewers to take their time scrolling. A curatorial choice that allows projects to contrast, demonstrating his range and talent for creating unique brand stories.
Tess Feuilhade
The Paris-based fashion photographer, featured in numerous popular editorial magazines, including Vogue and Grazia, truly captures the essence of his subjects. Feuilhade’s ability to pare back to the expressive face, with skilled lighting in intimate portraits makes his work stand out to clients and notable collaborators. Among them Louis Vuitton, Moschino, and Chanel.
Using the Retreat theme, his portfolio takes on a catalogue aesthetic. Alternating between naturalistic color palettes and high contrast black and white, his work is elegant and elevated, and his influence has created a new modern take on the glamour shot.
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