Two male models in dark clothing walking along a gravel path in a woodland setting for the Bois Vincennes project.

Black-and-white fashion portrait of Bakary Cisse wearing a belted white double-breasted jacket outdoors.

Three models walking along a park path beside a reflective pond under overcast skies for The Greatest Magazine.

Black and white portrait of a male model wearing an oversized blazer with a wide tied sash standing outdoors

Black and white photo of models Michael Zielinski in a belted blazer and Bakary Cisse in a white suit outdoors in a park.

Black male model looking over his shoulder wearing a patterned textured sweater outdoors in a park

Model in red and orange pleated coat walking outdoors near a body of water for The Greatest Magazine editorial

Black and white editorial portrait of two male models outdoors wearing tailored menswear and a printed silk scarf.

Model Bakary Cisse in a navy jacket, patterned red scarf, and blue trousers standing outdoors by a park promenade sign.

The Greatest Magazine BOIS VINCENNES 2026

About

Captured against the serene, skeletal backdrop of a Parisian woodland, the Bois Vincennes editorial for The Greatest Magazine serves as a masterclass in modern luxury fashion photography. Through the lens of photographer Paul Phung, the project leans into a refined, minimalist aesthetic that interrogates the relationship between high-end tailoring and the raw, unadorned textures of the natural world. Sarah Lam’s styling acts as the narrative thread, bridging the gap between structure and fluidity by pairing clean, architectural blazers and crisp trench coats with unexpected, flowing fabric sashes and vibrant, gradient-pleated textiles. This contrast is further heightened by a consistent use of natural light and chiaroscuro techniques, which ground the editorial in a cinematic reality that feels both timeless and urgent. With casting curated by Jordan Mergirie, models Bakary Cisse and Michael Zielinski inhabit these silhouettes with a contemplative, dynamic intensity that transforms a park setting into a high-fashion stage. The collaborative efforts of hair stylist Mayu Morimoto and makeup artist Miki Matsunaga provide an understated finish, allowing the focus to remain firmly on the dialogue between the stark, monochrome palettes and the movement of the garments. Ultimately, the project excels as an editorial portfolio that prioritizes silhouette and mood, capturing a quiet, atmospheric stillness that resonates long after the final frame.