Photographer Melissa Marcello captures Sam Samstele, Florian Desbiendras, Bruce Machado and others in an editorial exclusive for fashion website F****** Young! Online. Entitled 'Back to Childhood', the conceptual image series highlights kid-inspired menswear looks that range from edgy garments to animal mask accessories.
The models are outfitted by stylist Beatrice Papa who dresses them in a wardrobe of designer looks from Marios, White Mouth and Adidas among others. Melissa Mercello's 'Back to Childhood' editorial for F****** Young! online plays dress-up while experimenting with proportion.
Models pose in garments that are worn backwards while posing with balloon props and sporting Native American headdresses and jungle mask accessories. The editorial is a playful nod to the innocence of childhood and the limitless possibility of a child's imagination.
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The Melissa Marcello Back To Childhood Image Series Plays Dress-Up
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