l'ombra II

After the success of l’ombra Editorial story we unveil to you part II.

A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial photographed in Amsterdam.

Concept & Photography by Armando Branco

Styling Javier Navia

starring Javier @ FIC Model Mngmt

FEBRUARY 14

A REY exclusive underwear story.

Concept & Photography by Arya Keribo

starring Kirill Strunnikov & Baranyi Laszlo


Constructs of Desire

A REY exclusive Portrait Series, photographed in London, UK.

Concept & Photography by Alex Charovas

starring Alex Rocky

Constructs of Desire

by Alex Charovas

In the series "Constructs of Desire," my lens delves into the intricate interplay of body language, gender, and sexuality, inspired by the spirited debates ignited by Cameron and Kulick's (2003) groundbreaking work, "Language and Sexuality." This collection captures a fusion of analogue black and white and colour photography, accentuated by light leaks and a vintage aesthetic. The title itself, "Constructs of Desire," nods to the multifaceted nature of desire explored within the images.

Cameron and Kulick expanded the study of desire beyond mere sexuality, introducing the concept of ontological desire—an individual's yearning to embody or emulate qualities intrinsic to a specific identity. In the context of masculinity, this desire extends beyond societal constraints, revealing a compelling exploration of self-construction within cultural discourses.

Drawing inspiration from Stephen Whitehead's (2002) discourse on masculine ontology, the series navigates the pursuit of being and becoming masculine through performative acts. Masculinity, viewed as a social phenomenon, unfolds as a constant engagement in discursive practices that suggest and reinforce the desired identity. Through a lens of cultural discourses, the desire to construct and validate one's masculine self becomes a focal point.

The visual narratives within "Constructs of Desire" transcend traditional gender norms, as a physically powerful yet vulnerably posed male model challenges preconceptions. Portraits capture not only the details of a well-defined physique but also the adoption of feminine poses, emphasising the performative nature of desire, both ontological and interpersonal.

"Constructs of Desire" invites viewers to contemplate the multifaceted dimensions of desire, masculinity, and identity. Through a visual journey, this series challenges conventional norms, encouraging a deeper understanding of the performative acts that shape and express desire within the complex interplay of body language, gender, and sexuality.

TRAVESÍA

A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial, photographed in Mexico.

Produced & Photographed by Alan Román

starring Carlos Camacho

Boy About Town

A REY exclusive Fashion Editorial photographed in Cape Town, South Africa.

Photographed by Tereza Cervinkova

Styling Bryan Onwok x Karen kwalie

Makeup by Marissa Horns / Grooming by Basil

starring Samuel Edward @ Fusion Models

WILLEM

A REY exclusive fashion editorial photographed in Cyprus.

Photographed & Directed by Stavros Christodoulou

starring Willem @ The Specials Rotterdam

THE UNDERWEAR ISSUE

Underwear is a garment that spends far too much time in the dark.

Even though, men’s underwear is one of our favourite garments to explore and to play with here at REY online. It seeks to awake the reader’s curiosity as well, as we receive many messages for more underwear stories and new brand recommendations.

This time we put down our favourite underwear piece for you, which is of course the brief!

Our Editor in Chief chose a selection of different styles, along with the Greek Cypriot blogger & influencer Nikos Kaneti and here’s their new report on male underwear for spring 2022 (focusing on briefs of course).

Editorial photographed by Michael Geo

CALVIN KLEIN

Black, stretch cotton briefs - THE CLASSICS.

MODUS VIVENDI

Left Page: BACK T CLASSIC BRIEF

Right Page & Cover Page: ARMOR TANGA BRIEF

MINERVA

The Slip Out Rubber Brief.

D.HEDRAL

The Evo Grey Brief.

KNITWEAR IS I ‘M BRIAN @ BLOCK22

In the Studio with Jak

A REY exclusive story, photographed in Newcastle, UK.

Produced & Photographed by Samantha Orton

starring Jak Lowdon from PRM Models

MANOLO

A REY exclusive editorial, photographed in London.

Photographed by Alex Charovas

Styled & Directed by Panos Pitsilidis

starring Manolo @ The Legion MGT

Son of the Sea

A REY exclusive editorial, photographed in Cyprus.

Photographed & Directed by Demetris Qu.

Starring Manuel Adriano @ Sophie Models.

BRAZILIAN TRIBES

A REY exclusive series and is inspired by Brazilian & African ceremonies.

Photographed in London by Alex Charovas.

Grooming Iljeet Kaur

starring Fabio Quinet.

ο γάμος

A REY exclusive editorial dedicated to Pride Month.

Photographed and styled by Antreas Alexandrou

Starring

Christos Alexiades @ VN Models

Giorgos Mitas

BONDING

A REY exclusive editorial, photographed in Athens.

Photographed by Dimitrios Kleanthous

Styling & Grooming Christos Theophanous

starring Jordan & Sifis @ VN Models

best seller

A REY exclusive fashion editorial, photographed in Limassol, Cyprus.

Photographed by Michael Geo

Styling & Direction Christos Christou

starring Christos Evzonas

Emmanuel

A REY exclusive In-House Fashion Editorial, photographed in Athens.

Photographed by Dimitrios Kleanthous

Styling & Grooming Christos Theophanous

starring Yiorgos Emmanuel @ VN Models

THE CHASER

A REY exclusive fashion editorial photographed in the subway station "Überseequartier" in Hamburg, Germany.

Photographed by Phil Nguyen

Styling Sabine Schäfer

starring KORAY @ Brave Models

Wardrobe includes VALENTINO, Burberry, Acne Studios, Hugo Boss, Emporio Armani, Schae, Van Lier

Distractions

A REY exclusive editorial, photographed in Ebro River area at Zaragoza, Spain.

Photography & Styling Marcos Domingo Sánchez

Hair by Carlos Lahuerta for Making Of Beauty

Grooming by Josele

starring JGimeno

strawberry kiss

A REY exclusive editorial via Zoom from Peru and Portugal to USA.

Photography: Miguel Jose Flores
Art direction & Styling: Cinda Miranda

Starring Jaxon Kolhoff @ Taylor Kelsaw Management

Digital Retouch: Fotográfica Films

TRAICIONERO

A REY exclusive fashion editorial.

Photographed by Michael Geo

Styling & Direction Christos Christou

Starring Andrea Ceraso @ MODEL PRO Agency

Dark Ocean

A REY exclusive fashion editorial.

Photographed by Josh Brandão

Styling Jody Van Geert

Grooming: Aaron Henrikson Hair: Thiago Menezes & Vitor Barreto

Starring Bruno Krause, Felipe Portella, Gabriel Meroto @ 40 Graus Models, Rio de Janeiro

Video Editor: Nicolai Kornum

Photography Assistants: Bucker Nunes & Rebecca Oliveira

Styling Assistant: Cecile de Mul Make Up Assistant: Gabriel Gomez