Photo shoot Paris - 2024
Photographer: Emma Basaglia (Paris) | Athlete: Zen Shimada (Japan - International professional career)

Paris photoshoot Emma Basaglia x Zen: Galileo pieces tested under extreme movement conditions

In 2024, Galileo collaborated with Parisian photographer Emma Basaglia and Zen Shimada , a Japanese athlete with an international professional career , for a unique photo shoot in Paris . This collaboration showcases Galileo's comfortable pieces in extreme movement conditions , testing their durability, flexibility, and adaptability.

The photoshoot demonstrates that this designer brand 's creations are not only elegant and handcrafted, but also functional and capable of withstanding even the most demanding situations. It's a fusion of artisanal design , athletic performance , and documentary photography .

Athlete profile: direct.me/zenshimada

Emma Basaglia: Parisian Photographer Specializing in Sport and Movement

For this project with Galileo , Emma Basaglia documented the brand's comfortable pieces in conditions of extreme movement , capturing how the garments react to athletic movements, stretches, twists, and dynamic positions. Her photographic eye reveals the functionality and quality of Galileo's creations.

Zen Shimada: Japanese Athlete with an International Professional Career

Zen Shimada is a Japanese athlete with an international professional career , renowned for his performance and discipline. His presence in this photoshoot adds a dimension of performance and authenticity , truly testing the Galileo pieces under demanding conditions.

The Japanese athlete put the designer brand 's creations to the test through dynamic movements, athletic poses, and action sequences. This collaboration demonstrates that Galileo's comfortable clothing combines style , craftsmanship , and functionality .

Galileo Comfortable Pieces: Design and Functionality

This photoshoot showcases Galileo 's comfortable pieces , creations that combine minimalist design , artisanal craftsmanship , and functionality . The garments were tested under extreme movement conditions to demonstrate their:

• Comfort : Soft, breathable fabrics that adapt to the body
• Flexibility : Cuts that allow for a full range of motion
• Durability : Strong seams that hold even under tension
• Durability : High-quality materials that do not deform
• Style : Elegant aesthetics even in motion

The pieces shown include oversized jackets , wide-legged trousers , comfortable sweaters and structured shirts , all handmade in the workshop of the designer brand based in the Lille metropolitan area .

Extreme Movement Conditions: Performance Test

The photoshoot tested the Galileo pieces under conditions of extreme movement :

• Athletic movements : Jumps, stretches, twists
• Dynamic positions : Balances, flexions, extensions
• Action sequences : Rapid and repeated movements
• Urban conditions : Stairs, ramps, Parisian environment

Emma Basaglia 's photographs capture these moments of action, showing how this designer brand 's comfortable clothing adapts, moves with the body, and maintains its shape and elegance even in the most demanding situations.

Shooting in Paris: Urban Architecture and Movement

The photoshoot took place in the streets of Paris , using urban architecture as a playground to test Galileo's comfortable pieces . Stairs, ramps, and public spaces became performance venues where the Japanese athlete put the clothing to the test.

The Parisian urban environment creates an interesting contrast between classical architecture and dynamic movement , between the artisanal making of clothes and their use in extreme conditions .

International Collaboration: Paris, Japan, Lille

This collaboration brings together three worlds: the Parisian photography of Emma Basaglia , the Japanese athletic performance of Zen Shimada , and the artisanal design of Galileo , a designer brand based in the Lille metropolitan area .

This international meeting illustrates the global dimension of Galileo : a brand that collaborates with talents from all over the world, that creates clothing adapted to different uses and that exhibits in different parts of the world.

Handcrafted Craftsmanship and Performance: An Unexpected Alliance

This photoshoot demonstrates that there is no contradiction between artisanal craftsmanship and performance . Galileo's pieces , entirely handmade in the workshop based in the Lille metropolitan area , prove that a garment can be both:

• Handcrafted : Made by hand with attention to detail
• Comfortable : Pleasant to wear every day
• Functional : Adapted to movement and action
• Durable : Resistant to heavy use
• Elegant : Aesthetically pleasing

“Creating comfortable clothing that holds up even in conditions of extreme movement is the challenge we take on with every Galileo piece. Craftsmanship and performance are not opposed; they complement each other.”

Black and White Aesthetics: Timelessness and Dynamism

Emma Basaglia chose a black and white aesthetic for this shoot, creating timeless images that emphasize movement , shapes , and contrasts . This photographic approach reinforces the minimalist and elegant character of Galileo 's creations.

Black and white allows us to focus on what truly matters: the quality of the cuts , the fluidity of movement , the interaction between the body and the garment . The images capture the energy and dynamism of athletic performance while revealing the beauty of the handcrafted design .

Zen Shimada: International Professional Background

Zen Shimada brings to this project his experience as an international professional athlete . His Japanese background and international career have allowed him to develop a unique understanding of what clothing should offer in terms of comfort , flexibility , and durability .

His collaboration with Galileo and Emma Basaglia demonstrates the interest of professional athletes in clothing that combines craftsmanship , contemporary design , and functionality . The comfortable pieces from this designer brand meet the needs of active individuals who refuse to sacrifice style for performance.

Impact and Message: Craftsmanship, Comfort and Performance

This photo shoot by Emma Basaglia with Japanese athlete Zen Shimada carries a powerful message: handcrafted clothing can be comfortable and high-performing . Tailoring and attention to detail are not incompatible with functionality and durability .

Galileo demonstrates that a designer brand can create pieces that hold up even under conditions of extreme movement , while maintaining the standards of craftsmanship and elegant design that characterize the brand.

This international collaboration between a Parisian photographer , a Japanese athlete and a designer brand based in the Lille metropolitan area illustrates Galileo 's global dimension and its ability to create clothing that transcends borders and uses.