Elle Australia

Mar 2026

In a masterclass of editorial portraiture for Elle Australia, photographer Camilla Akrans captures the enigmatic presence of actor Lily-Rose Depp through a lens that balances contemporary fashion with timeless cinematic allure. The series, curated as a high-concept beauty and fashion campaign, leans into a minimalist aesthetic that strips away visual noise to prioritize the interplay between texture and expression. Fashion editor and stylist Hortense Manga skillfully anchors the narrative in denim, using the utilitarian fabric to provide a tactile, grounded contrast to the elevated, often bold cosmetic applications executed by makeup artist Min Kim. The collaboration utilizes diverse technical approaches, shifting effortlessly between the sharp, clean precision of studio strobe lighting and the nostalgic, organic warmth of 35mm film, complete with raw edge borders that ground the imagery in the traditions of classic print media. Whether through vivid, monochromatic color palettes or the stark, high-contrast intimacy of black-and-white portrait work, the project emphasizes a deliberate, relaxed posture from Depp, whose gaze remains the focal point throughout. Hair stylist Alexandry Costa rounds out the creative vision, framing the subject with a soft, natural aesthetic that reinforces the editorial minimalist approach. This body of work succeeds by avoiding over-production, instead relying on the synergy between the talent and the technical artistry of the production team to create a definitive, cohesive statement on modern beauty.

Editorial, Vertical

Natural light