It’s a city that also feeds his soul, and where he’s found his creative community. “São Paulo is a mixture of the best of Brazil. A strong, vibrant city, multicultural and full of life. It’s overwhelming at first, yet peaceful in the long run,” he shares. “I’m grateful and blessed to be surrounded by talented individuals and passionate entrepreneurs - young, diverse, soulful and artsy. Collectively we will contribute and drive a new colourful era.”

For this story with Nataal, Thom Browne and FARFETCH, Gleeson headed two hours outside of São Paulo to celebrate the municipality of São Luiz do Paraitinga. “The city has this unique energy that captivates you from sunrise to sunset. I feel it every time I visit,” he says. “Sadly, in 2010 the city went under water due to heavy rainfall and has been under renovation ever since. While the pandemic slowed down the tourism of this beautiful place, I chosen it as my backdrop to remind everyone of the good times and to share my hope for the rebirth of the city. “

Juxtaposing traditional Brazilian carnival themes with Thom Browne’s precise, unisex tailoring for AW22, the story features a cast of his friends and collaborators from the region who he described as “young powerful faces.” The result is arresting, innovative and brimming with delight. “Thom Browne continues to innovate and challenge the fashion industry without following the trends or falling into stereotypes. My creative vision shares the same sensibilities. So, I wanted to bring some Brazilian fun his formal silhouettes by introducing some carnival vibes. Carnival is rooted in Brazil, from the costumes and masks to the colours, we leave all our worries and struggles behind. It is our catharsis for a new beginning. I hope this shoot highlights both the lightness and the bright side of carnival.”