2025 was a defining year for Fashionably Male. From global fashion weeks and cinematic editorials to breakout stars, bold swimwear moments, and intimate analog portraits, the year captured masculinity in all its evolving forms. The Best 25 of Fashionably Male 2025 is our annual editorial selection celebrating the stories that resonated most with our audience—visually, culturally, and emotionally. These features didn’t just generate attention; they defined conversations, pushed boundaries, and reflected the multifaceted identity of the modern man as seen through the Fashionably Male lens.
25. Alvise Rigo fronts Pompea’s “No Stress” Summer 25
Italian ease meets athletic elegance. Alvise Rigo embodied modern masculinity rooted in comfort, movement, and Mediterranean confidence.
24. Apolo Adri — A Dynamic Force in Entertainment
Shot by Kuros Photo, Apolo Adri’s feature captured charisma in motion, blurring lines between performance, fashion, and raw presence.
23. Mister Triple X closes Miami Swim Week 2025
A futuristic finale that doubled down on sex appeal. Bold silhouettes and unapologetic fantasy made this a Swim Week standout.
22. Introducing Nicky White for Milkbar
Laid-back, effortless, and quietly sensual. Nicky White’s debut proved simplicity can be just as powerful as spectacle.
21. Stefano Gianino — Rising Star of The White Lotus
A breakout moment. Stefano’s crossover from screen to style cemented him as one of Italy’s most compelling new faces.
20. Lewis Pullman for Numéro Netherlands
Cinematic and introspective. Shot by Dylan Perlot, this editorial showed Lewis Pullman’s evolution into a modern leading man.
19. Carioca brings ultra-tiny swimwear to Miami
Fearless and body-forward. Carioca pushed proportions and conversations, redefining men’s swimwear visibility.
18. Jason Salvatore Cohen — Reality TV to Fashion Icon
Transformation done right. Fitness, discipline, and self-reinvention anchored this aspirational yet relatable story.
17. Sun-Kissed Swagger — D2Beachwear SS25
Heat, chemistry, and beach energy. Stefano Marshall and Matty Carrington delivered peak summer fantasy.
16. Pietro Boselli — Aliquid Aqua Inest
A poetic return. Boselli’s blend of intellect, physique, and mythic imagery made this one of 2025’s most meditative editorials.
15. Bonds launches in the USA with Robert Irwin
Unexpected and unforgettable. Robert Irwin’s campaign challenged preconceived masculinity with confidence and charm.
14. Aleksandar Rušić for Ron Dorff — Diaries 99
Minimalist seduction. Clean lines, athletic sensuality, and elevated swimwear storytelling.
13. Dominic Albano — Between Earth and Water
Elemental and emotional. A visual meditation on strength, vulnerability, and natural masculinity.
12. X: Hot Red Room — Umut by Kemal Dedecan
Provocative and cinematic. A bold exploration of desire, intimacy, and visual tension.
11. Eric Brez — French Model Fitness Feature
A modern physique story grounded in discipline, aesthetics, and European cool.
10. Kirk Bondad — Mister International 2025
National pride meets global appeal. Kirk Bondad’s win resonated strongly with FM’s international audience.
9. Why You Need Miro on Your Wall
Art meets masculinity. A cultural pause that expanded FM beyond bodies into taste, interiors, and identity.
8. Tom Grennan — Man About Town AW25
British edge with emotional depth. Music, fashion, and vulnerability intersected beautifully.
7. Nico Cerise — 35mm in Milos
Analog romance at its best. Shot on film, this editorial celebrated imperfection, intimacy, and timelessness.
6. L’Homme Invisible — La Nuit Baroque Christmas 2025
Luxury underwear meets holiday fantasy. Rich textures, theatrical styling, and bold sensuality defined this moment.
5. Voy Pearson in SKIMS Black Briefs
Minimal, viral, and body-forward. A masterclass in modern underwear imagery.
4. Patryck Baryła — Concrete Cowboy, NYC
Urban grit meets vulnerability. Wojciech Jachyra’s lens captured masculinity in motion against New York’s raw backdrop.
3. Joey Sacco — The Social Media Star
From screen to editorial relevance. Joey Sacco’s feature reflected the power of digital-era masculinity.
2. Alex Viera — Etalon by Steve Canar
Mykonos fantasy perfected. Sun, skin, and sculptural beauty elevated this into instant FM canon.
1. Philip Fusco — NYFW / Mister USA 2025
The defining story of the year. Philip Fusco embodied ambition, elegance, and modern American masculinity—making this FM’s most impactful feature of 2025.
Together, these 25 stories capture the spirit of Fashionably Male in 2025—a year defined by bold visuals, authentic voices, and a broader understanding of masculinity. From emerging talents to established icons, intimate editorials to global campaigns, each feature earned its place by leaving a lasting impression on our audience. This list is not just a reflection of what performed well, but of what truly mattered in shaping the Fashionably Male narrative throughout the year.
Your support, curiosity, and loyalty are what allow this platform to keep evolving—telling stories that celebrate style, sensuality, and the ever-changing language of modern masculinity. Thank you for watching, for sticking around, and for being part of the journey. We’ll see you in 2026, with new faces, new visions, and even more stories worth remembering.
