Elle U.S.: Elle U.S. May 2025 Covers

May 2025

Elle U.S. presents a series of evocative editorial covers for the May 2025 issue, captured through a lens that leans into rustic and retro aesthetics. The project traverses a variety of settings, from lush, foliage-rich gardens to the interiors of vintage trailers, establishing a cinematic mood that balances playfulness with high-fashion poise. The imagery utilizes a blend of warm, natural light and high-contrast monochrome treatments to create a distinct visual texture. Techniques such as grainy analogue film aesthetics and chiaroscuro lighting emphasize the tactile quality of the wardrobe, which features delicate lace, intricate knits, and voluminous silhouettes. The composition plays with movement and dynamic posing, resulting in a cohesive series that defines the magazine’s current editorial direction.

Editorial, Vertical

Editorial