5ELEVEN Magazine Blue Velvet 2025

Description

This striking beauty editorial image from the Blue Velvet project for 5ELEVEN Magazine features close-up portraits of models with dramatic makeup applications. Photographed by Arved Colvin-Smith, the composition highlights vibrant blue and green eyeshadow paired with deep purple and neutral glossy lip colors against dark, moody backgrounds. Hair styling by Philippe Tholimet, manicures by Cherrie Snow, and meticulous retouching by Suzanne Tak complete the production. The lighting creates sharp contrasts across the faces, emphasizing textured skin details and bold chromatic choices.

Style

Editorial, Horizontal, Moody, Polished

Techniques

Low-key / chiaroscuro

Industries

Cosmetics

Color

Context

Editorial