King Kong Magazine

Jul 2026

In JEANNE, a striking editorial spread for King Kong Magazine, photographer Billel Ouazene and fashion editor Jessette transform the streets of Paris into a stage for high-concept sartorial performance. Set against the limestone architecture of Place de Nicaragua, the project features model Victoria Cassie in a series of surreal, cinematic portraits that blur the line between fashion and abstract art. Utilizing a sophisticated blend of natural light and moody, low-key chiaroscuro lighting, the team constructs a visual narrative defined by stark contrasts. The styling leans into architectural minimalism, with Cassie draped in voluminous, sculptural fabrics—from flowing blue gowns with bold celestial motifs to oversized, textured cloaks that obscure the human form. By integrating unexpected props like burning paper, scattered flowers, and vintage dumbbells, the shoot escapes traditional editorial norms to embrace a theatrical, almost avant-garde sensibility. The imagery oscillates between quiet, meditative poses and dynamic, wind-swept motion, creating a tension that feels both ancient and contemporary. With its muted, desaturated color grades and meticulous composition, JEANNE stands as a testament to the power of collaborative creative direction, proving that high fashion thrives when stripped of convention and placed within the rigid, unyielding geometry of an urban landscape. It is a masterclass in atmospheric storytelling, where every fold of fabric and shadow serves the overarching, enigmatic tone of the series.

Editorial, Vertical, Cinematic

Natural light