Solano exclusive for SLEEK Magazine

Jun 14

“The Solano is a dry southern wind that blows across the Mediterranean region, particularly the eastern coast of Spain. In the spring and summer, its heavy aridity can become unbearable as it carries a wave of suffocating heat across the Andalusian plains.

Barcelona-based photographer Julia Malinowska has captured the essence of the paradoxical sensation of pleasurable heat slipping into physical suffering in a new fashion editorial named after the infamous wind.

Malinowska worked with three emerging designers from the city, whose fashion creations she felt were “perfect for this concept.”. The photos showcase a selection of menswear looks in soft pastel hues and lightweight apparel designed by Pitagora, Shernas and Krizia Robustella.

Inspired by the city’s contrasts, Malinowska used both natural and industrial backgrounds as settings for the series. “Barcelona is surrounded by nature: sea and mountains but the city center is very concrete,” the artist tells SLEEK. “I find it very interesting to play with its contrast. As Barcelona is known for its more iconic modernism architecture, we wanted to show a different side of this complex, multicultural and touristic city.”

Text by By Anna Mackenzie