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Black and white portrait of a curly-haired model wearing a tailored blazer with dark lapels leaning against an outdoor wooden railing.

Black and white portrait of a shirtless man in jeans standing beside a woman in a dark cape, denim shirt, and jeans under a wooden structure.

Model with voluminous hair wearing an oversized olive coat with structured high collar, holding a leather baseball glove handbag.

Model with curly hair wearing a scoop-neck mustard yellow knit sweater, blue leather gloves, and beige trousers holding a clutch.

Black and white portrait of a woman wearing an oversized voluminous fur coat cinched with a statement belt outdoors in grassy scrub.

Model seated on a white rocking chair wearing a yellow capelet jacket, olive coat, and intricate black eye makeup on a wooden porch.

Model wearing a brown tweed jacket, black shirt, striped briefs, and printed socks posing on sand under a wooden shelter.

Monochrome studio portrait of an East Asian model in a tailored black blazer, sculpted headwrap, and holding a curved clutch.

Monochrome fashion photograph of a woman seated at the base of a weathered tree wearing a fur-trimmed coat, dark trousers, and pointed heels.

Model leaning on a wooden railing wearing a sculpted bunny-eared black cap, green knit sweater, layered bead necklaces, and black blazer.

A male model wearing a dark textured overcoat and beret holds small wildflowers outdoors in a black and white fashion editorial.

Model with curly hair wearing a white ribbed turtleneck and wide-leg dark trousers holding a baseball mitt against a studio backdrop.

A fashion model stands outdoors by a lake wearing an oversized draped cape coat with dark piping while holding a cigarette.

Model with dark wavy hair and bangs wearing a black fur coat embraces a tree trunk in a park setting.

Model with long wavy auburn hair wearing a tiered leopard and floral print maxi dress against a warm grey studio backdrop.

Model in a wide-brimmed dark hat, knit sweater, and high-waisted pleated trousers posing against a grey studio backdrop.

Black and white full-length shot of a couple embracing on a wooden deck in front of natural outdoor foliage.

Model in a striped sweater sits on a sun deck beside a banjo player and a person in a bunny-ear hat overlooking the sea.

Fashion model wearing a black sequined jacket over a bare torso with gold necklaces, red gloves, and mouse ears against a grey backdrop.

Model Stella Lucia posed in an all-black fur-trimmed coat, shiny tights, pointed stiletto heels, and a tall headpiece.

Elle U.S. Memories Of Summer 2026

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Memories Of Summer for Elle U.S. serves as a masterclass in mood-driven fashion storytelling, expertly bridging the gap between high-concept luxury and nostalgic, lived-in intimacy. The project leans heavily into a cinematic visual language, utilizing a mix of raw, high-contrast monochrome and soft, textural color studies that elevate it beyond standard editorial tropes. Through the lens of photographer Allan Hamitouche, the series captures a distinct feeling of longing and repose, moving fluidly between stripped-back studio settings and windswept, organic outdoor environments. The styling, helmed by Elissa Santisi and Paul Sinclaire, acts as a pivotal anchor, skillfully layering heavy wools, textured felt, and oversized furs against playful, surrealist accessories like rabbit-ear hats and vintage-inspired leather gloves. This juxtaposition of the austere and the whimsical defines the collection's unique personality. The creative execution benefits from the seamless synergy between the hair artistry of Jimmy Paul and Ward Stegerhoek and the nuanced beauty work of Dick Page and Mark Carrasquillo, who lend each frame a timeless, grounded quality. Featuring a diverse cast including Alaina Rae, Stella Lucia, and Eli Langer, the project utilizes chiaroscuro and natural light to emphasize the tactile depth of the garments. Ultimately, Memories Of Summer reads as a sophisticated exploration of identity, capturing that elusive, fleeting tension between the formal polish of luxury houses and the quiet, contemplative moments of a summer drift.