Elegance in Monochrome: A Gentleman’s Poise

Hello dear friends of the Black & White community, this is Menti and I’m back with another blog and another post.
This time, we explored a photo series that carries a classy and elegant atmosphere — the kind of style that smells like order and grandeur, with lighting meticulously placed to highlight the finesse of the suit, tie, and cufflinks.

In the first image, the model stands beneath a warm wall sconce, adjusting his tie with a focused, determined gaze. The top-down lighting casts gentle shadows that feel like a quiet dialogue between light and texture.

The second image captures another model by the window, with natural light shaping the features of his face. His confident yet calm smile pairs beautifully with the double-breasted suit, perfectly suited to the formal tone of the shoot.

In the third photo, the same model sits on an ornate chair, backlit by a large window. The soft morning light spills over his face and legs, creating a mood of silent reflection. It’s one of those frames that looks still but speaks volumes within.

Finally, we see a triptych design focused on details — the ring, the watch, the tie clip, the gesture of the hands. This layout invites the viewer to connect not only with the appearance but with the personality captured in the image.

One of the main challenges in this shoot was balancing natural and controlled light in an indoor setting — especially since the classic black-and-white style with high contrast can easily slip into exaggeration. Here, care was taken to maintain a harmony between shadow and illumination without disrupting the formal, composed feeling.

I hope you enjoy this series as much as I did creating it.
Thanks for reading, for being here, and for giving life to these photos with your eyes.

Photography By @menati
Camera: Sony a7 III
Lens: 24-70mm f/2.8 SIGMA ART DG DN.