Elle France

Aug 2026

For the August 2026 issue of Elle France, the magazine leans into a refined editorial aesthetic that balances high-fashion sensibilities with the bold, unmistakable punch of classic print media. Photographer Gregory Harris leads this visual narrative, capturing model Beauïse Genç in a series of compositions that emphasize both structured tailoring and a sense of approachable, joyful energy. The imagery relies on a clean, polished studio environment where light-toned backdrops serve to amplify the intricate textures of the garments—specifically the interplay between dark black sections, brown tweed, and contrasting white ruffles. By employing a disciplined live-action technique and beauty light, the creative team ensures that every tactile detail of the layered textiles remains the focal point. Stylists Anne-Marie Brouillet and Hortense Manga curated an ensemble elevated by industrial, metallic accents like the thick, studded chokers, while sleek, slicked-back hair and precise makeup artistry further lean into the symmetrical, editorial minimalism favored by the publication. This project is a masterclass in modern commercial photography, where the deliberate use of negative space allows the iconic red Elle masthead and accompanying typography to breathe. Through this synthesis of soft light and deliberate composition, the team delivers a quintessential magazine cover aesthetic that feels both timely and timeless, effectively bridging the gap between high-concept fashion photography and the immediate, graphic impact required for a global newsstand presence.

Editorial, Commercial, Clean, Polished

Magazines, Media & Entertainment