Abbate Simone
Abbate Simone is a fashion cinematographer and photographer specialising in luxury branding. His work is inspired by vintage nostalgia and contemporary queer identity. Born in Sicily, Simone developed a passion for filmmaking at the age of 15, influenced by music videos and a deep curiosity for nature. Raised in London, he discovered a strong passion for high fashion, beauty, and art, driven by the psychological power of colour and design. Simone was awarded Best Marketing by Keith O’Brian, Global Marketing and PR Manager at ISKO™, for his work with the brand 13th Chapter and his portfolio is further distinguished by projects reviewed by the legendary Dame Zandra Rhodes.
Deep in a sunny Sicilian villa, Antonio is busy playing a calculated game to climb the social ladder and crown himself the man of the house. He’s an opportunist trying to work his way through all the women, faking love for the naive Cecilia while secretly trying to charm her mother, Donna Carmela, the villa's true power. He even tries his luck with the observant maid, Rocío, but he totally underestimates them.
Rene Caovilla shoes, still life photography in fashion, shot by Abbate Simone in Milazzo, Italy.
Project Overview Created as a hypothetical “DSM In Conversation with Zandra Rhodes” collaboration, serving as a visual celebration of the designer's 55th anniversary. A film by Abbate Simone.
Madeline Dungar x Zaha Hadid. Shot in London, design by Madeline Dungar, Styling, photography and post production by Abbate Simone
Le Smoking, inspired by Pensiero Stupendo by Patty Pravo, an homage to Saint Laurent and to queer identity.
A film by Abbate Simone