Capturing Silk: Behind the Campaign for Leo & Lumiere’s Silk Dresses

Leo & Lumiere is a story of contrast and harmony. Leo represents the roar, the raw energy; Lumiere the glow, softness, grace. Together they form the brand’s identity — bold yet elegant, fierce yet feminine. 

Their focus is on luxurious materials — the Capri Collection, for example, is made of 100% mulberry silk, with rich colours inspired by Capri and prints created in collaboration with Pink Pineapple Designs. Sustainability is central to their mission: responsible materials, thoughtful processes, careful craftsmanship.

The Shoot: Atmosphere, Light, Emotion

 I was involved in shooting the “Shades of Umber & Gold” capsule from Leo & Lumiere — also known as the Trésor — Umber & Gold print collection. This line is all about warm earth tones, metallic accents, and textures that play with light in rich, opulent ways.

My photographic choices to amplify umber + gold:

• Natural golden hour light to enhance the gold tones, letting fabric catch the sun without losing richness in shadows.
  
• Interiors with warm woods, textured walls, vintage gold fixtures, to echo the metallic hints and earthy tones.
• Movement and drape: silk flowing, catches the breeze, folds and shines — silk is luminous, and here the gold threads or gold leaf/shimmer in the fabric reflect subtly.
• Duality in styling — pairing structured pieces with flowing ones; bold silhouettes softened by gentle lighting.

What This Campaign Means

This campaign is not only about dresses. It is about identity. It speaks to a woman who holds both softness and power, who expresses herself unapologetically. Leo & Lumiere’s silk dresses are a material expression of that duality — gentle in touch, strong in form; light in fabric, bold in colour.For me, photographing this story means shaping an image of quiet rebellion, grace earned through strength, and confidence that radiates.