Editorial Styling for Magazine Covers and Spreads
I collaborate with editorial teams to craft compelling visual stories, ensuring every look aligns perfectly with the magazine's theme and the subject's unique persona.
The cover of Travel + Leisure India featuring Abhay Deol, styled by me for the 'Transforming Asia' issue. We went with a relaxed yet stylish look, pairing a simple tank with patterned trousers to capture the 'susegad' Goan vibe.
A selection of looks from my cover shoot with Abhay Deol for Travel + Leisure. The styling ranged from casual athleisure by Onitsuka Tiger to sharp pinstripe blazers, showcasing a versatile wardrobe for the modern traveler.
A selection of looks from my cover shoot with Abhay Deol for Travel + Leisure. The styling ranged from casual athleisure by Onitsuka Tiger to sharp pinstripe blazers, showcasing a versatile wardrobe for the modern traveler.
A selection of looks from my cover shoot with Abhay Deol for Travel + Leisure. The styling ranged from casual athleisure by Onitsuka Tiger to sharp pinstripe blazers, showcasing a versatile wardrobe for the modern traveler.
A selection of looks from my cover shoot with Abhay Deol for Travel + Leisure. The styling ranged from casual athleisure by Onitsuka Tiger to sharp pinstripe blazers, showcasing a versatile wardrobe for the modern traveler.
A selection of looks from my cover shoot with Abhay Deol for Travel + Leisure. The styling ranged from casual athleisure by Onitsuka Tiger to sharp pinstripe blazers, showcasing a versatile wardrobe for the modern traveler.
These images are from the editorial spread I styled for Farhan and Shibani Akhtar in Travel + Leisure. We curated a range of looks, from a bold animal print set by Rara Avis to elegant floral coordinates, to tell a story of luxury and togetherness.
These images are from the editorial spread I styled for Farhan and Shibani Akhtar in Travel + Leisure. We curated a range of looks, from a bold animal print set by Rara Avis to elegant floral coordinates, to tell a story of luxury and togetherness.
These images are from the editorial spread I styled for Farhan and Shibani Akhtar in Travel + Leisure. We curated a range of looks, from a bold animal print set by Rara Avis to elegant floral coordinates, to tell a story of luxury and togetherness.
These images are from the editorial spread I styled for Farhan and Shibani Akhtar in Travel + Leisure. We curated a range of looks, from a bold animal print set by Rara Avis to elegant floral coordinates, to tell a story of luxury and togetherness.
About Editorial & Magazine Features
Editorial styling is less about just picking clothes and more about storytelling through a lens. When I am on set for a magazine spread, my focus is on ensuring the wardrobe creates a cohesive visual narrative that speaks to the lighting, set design, and the subject’s unique persona. It is a precise, collaborative effort between the photographer, the editor, and the styling team, where every accessory and layer is placed to make that final frame work perfectly.
My Editorial Process
When I work on magazine features, the process goes beyond just selecting a garment. It starts with deep pre-production alignment. I meet with the Director and Photographer to break down the lighting, color palette, and the character brief. Whether we are creating a 'susegad' vibe for a Travel + Leisure piece or a high-fashion layered look for Femina, every choice is deliberate.
On-Set Expertise
Editorial shoots often run long, sometimes requiring 12-hour shifts. My on-set presence is dedicated to technical perfection:
- Continuity Checks: I ensure that accessories, folds, and outfit details remain consistent between takes so video editors and photographers have exactly what they need.
- On-Body Adjustments: I use professional clamping and pinning techniques to make ready-to-wear clothing look tailor-made for the camera.
- Innerwear Solutions: We prep with seamless and structural solution-wear to prevent lines from showing under intense studio lights.
Collaboration
I view my role as part of a wider ecosystem. I thrive on the energy of the team—working with editors, makeup artists, and photographers to bring a vision to life. If you have a campaign or editorial project in mind, I bring that same level of detail, sourcing, and on-set management to ensure the final imagery hits the mark.
Sakshi Chitalia
I am Sakshi, a Mumbai-based stylist who thrives on the fast-paced energy of a photoshoot. Whether I am pulling looks for a magazine cover or setting the vibe for a brand campaign, I love turning creative briefs into reality. My goal is to make every image feel authentic, layered, and polished.
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