Model in textured dark jacket and cap standing against ancient stone ruins under an open sky

Model standing beneath massive stone columns in a sweeping black-and-white fashion portrait for Acne Paper Aureus.

Monochrome low-angle view of a distant figure walking between towering classical stone columns under a dramatic cloudy sky

Man wearing a black coat and hat standing on the tiered stone seats of an ancient amphitheater

Monochrome fashion editorial image featuring a model lying among ancient stone ruins under an expansive sky.

Model wearing dark clothing and a wide-brimmed hat seated near a rustic stone wall outdoors at dusk.

Monochrome portrait of a model wearing a heavily pleated striped hooded garment against a cloudy sky

Low angle monochrome shot of a model wearing a pleated cape gown standing among ancient stone ruins and tall columns.

Monochrome portrait of a person reclining among ancient ruins with a hand raised to block the harsh sunlight.

Monochrome low-angle shot of weathered stone ruins with Latin inscriptions and a distant draped figure in the background

Monochrome editorial image of a person in a black coat and hat pulling a face on an ancient stone path with ruins.

Model in a black bodysuit and sunglasses seated against ancient stone bleachers under a cloudy sky.

Black and white editorial image featuring a cat on a stone wall and a person holding fabric against ancient ruins.

Model in draped outerwear leaning against a classical stone column in front of ancient tiered ruins.

Model standing on stone steps of ancient ruins wearing patterned skirt and dark layered coat with earflap hat

Monochrome fashion portrait of a model leaning against a large carved stone block under a cloudy sky.

Monochrome fashion portrait of a model gazing upward amid ancient stone ruins and weathered classical columns.

Model seated among ancient stone ruins with sunlight bursting through towering columns in this black and white editorial image

Acne Paper Aureus 2025

About

Aureus for Acne Paper presents a series of monochromatic fashion editorials that explore the intersection of classical architecture and contemporary design. Captured by photographer Julien Martinez Leclerc under the creative direction of Thomas Persson, the project utilizes the rugged, weathered stone of ancient amphitheaters and ruins to provide a stark, textured backdrop for sculptural silhouettes. The imagery employs high-contrast black-and-white grading and analogue film techniques to heighten the interplay between deep shadows and natural light. Styling by Katie Burnett emphasizes heavy textures, voluminous drapery, and structured garments, creating a dialogue between the monumental history of the settings and modern fashion sensibilities. Hair by Kim Rance and makeup by Thom Walker complete the refined, cinematic aesthetic.