Barbara Blanchard, Casting Director,

Description

This striking fashion editorial image for the project Welcome to Paradise features model Marika Ota adorned in elaborate crystal jewellery, a matching jewelled headpiece, and a heavily embellished metallic garment. Photographed by Benoit Auguste with hair styling by Sofien Semmache, the composition employs a dramatic long exposure technique that streaks horizontal shafts of light across the frame. The subject gazes directly forward with bold red lipstick, creating a high-contrast and celestial aesthetic. The interplay of brilliant reflections and motion trails highlights the luxurious textures of the accessories for Citizen K International.