Canadian-Filipino actor Manny Jacinto brings effortless charm to the pages of The Laterals Magazine in a new menswear editorial shot by fashion photographer Lawrence Cortez. The shoot embraces a preppy and relaxed style, featuring chunky knits, untucked dress shirts, and just the right hint of skin. With warm textures, soft layering, and a subtle flash of Jacinto’s physique, the editorial strikes a balance between polish and ease. The look is casual without feeling careless, giving a modern take on classic wardrobe staples.
Jacinto, best known for his breakout role as Jason Mendoza on The Good Place, has become one of the most compelling rising actors in Hollywood. He’s since appeared in Top Gun: Maverick and Nine Perfect Strangers, showing his range across genres. With his laid-back charisma and athletic frame, Jacinto is not only a screen standout but also a natural fit for fashion editorials that require presence without overstatement. His style off-camera mirrors his on-screen energy relaxed, genuine, and quietly confident.
Behind the lens is Lawrence Cortez, a Toronto-based photographer known for his sleek, modern approach to fashion imagery. His work often focuses on clean composition and elevated styling, capturing talent in a way that feels both editorial and intimate. Cortez’s photographs have appeared in Vogue Philippines, Elle Canada, and Schön! Magazine, where he consistently highlights both the clothing and the personality of his subjects.
This shoot fits within a wider menswear trend embraced by designers like Wales Bonner, Ami Paris, Todd Snyder, and The Row, who all reinterpret prep through softer tailoring and relaxed structure. With Jacinto as the face of this story, the result is a fresh yet familiar vision of menswear that feels easygoing, personal, and quietly stylish.
