There is something immediately compelling about Roman Muravev in front of Maurizio Montani’s camera. At 6’1″, with piercing blue eyes and a strong, angular face, the model possesses the kind of presence that can move between classic menswear and something considerably more dramatic.
In this new series photographed Maurizio Montani, tailoring becomes the foundation, but personality is what ultimately carries the photographs.
The Man in Black
The strongest visual thread begins in black.
Roman appears in elongated trousers, dark jackets and sharply constructed shirts, with oversized scarf and bow details interrupting the severity of the tailoring. Rather than traditional business dressing, the proportions lean toward contemporary fashion: trousers pool around the shoes, jackets sit close to the torso, and exaggerated neckwear introduces a romantic element.
The monochromatic studio portraits are particularly effective.
Stripped of color, Roman’s face becomes the entire story. His curly blond-to-light-brown hair is deliberately left textured and almost unruly, contrasting with the discipline of the clothes. His pale blue eyes cut through the black-and-white compositions.
Montani moves confidently between tight beauty portraits and full-length fashion images, allowing us to see how differently Roman performs at each distance.
From White to Burgundy
Then the mood changes.White tailoring introduces an almost Mediterranean sensuality. A sharply cut white jacket is worn against the bare chest with fluid white trousers, replacing the controlled darkness of the earlier photographs with something lighter and more exposed.
The contrast works beautifully within the series: black conceals and structures the body; white opens everything up.
Burgundy takes the story somewhere else again.
With slicked-back hair and richly colored tailoring, Roman suddenly appears more polished and theatrical. Scarves, patterned shirting and dramatically shaped jackets suggest an evening wardrobe with a subtle decadent streak.
The transformation is significant enough that Roman can almost appear like a different model—yet his profile and commanding posture connect the images.
A Face Made for Fashion Photography
What makes the series particularly interesting is Roman Muravev’s ability to work with styling rather than being overwhelmed by it.
His features are pronounced enough for close portraiture, while his 6’1″ frame gives the tailoring the length it requires. Montani repeatedly emphasizes Roman’s cheekbones, eyes and long silhouette, using relatively restrained settings so neither model nor clothing has to compete against an elaborate background.
Even when architectural elements and classical statuary enter the frame, Roman remains the focal point.
There is also an appealing tension between refinement and imperfection. The suits are controlled; the hair isn’t. The tailoring is elegant; the poses occasionally become languid. A large satin bow can feel romantic in one frame and almost rebellious in the next.
That tension keeps the photographs from becoming another conventional menswear story.
Roman Muravev Through Maurizio Montani’s Lens
Across black, white and deep burgundy, Maurizio Montani creates a portrait of masculine elegance that isn’t restricted to one definition.
Roman can be severe, romantic, sensual and impeccably polished without losing the distinctive character that connects the entire series.
And perhaps that’s the strongest takeaway from these photographs: great menswear imagery doesn’t simply require a man who looks good in a suit. It requires someone capable of giving the suit a personality.
Roman Muravev certainly does that here.
Photos @mauriziomontani_
Talent @mr.romanmuravev
Assistant @gloriamontani
Stylist @mikyander
Wardrobe @mauriziomiriofficial
Stunning work by the team and amazing work by photographer!