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Model Marie-Violaine Chenal resting with her head tilted back wearing a white t-shirt and layered charm necklaces.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal lounging barefoot on a red couch wearing wide-leg jeans, a bikini top, and a striped sun hat.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal seated barefoot on a wooden floor wearing a striped top and wide-leg jeans in black and white.

Close-up portrait of a woman with tousled brown hair biting a stem of purple flowers, with a textured gold ring on her finger.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal smiles and reaches upward in a white lace playsuit by an open window overlooking trees.

Model wearing a pink bikini top and wide-leg denim jeans standing in a red doorway holding a bucket bag.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal seated on a windowsill wearing a light blue one-piece swimsuit and running sneakers.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal posing in a doorway wearing a striped crop top and light-wash denim trousers.

Black and white portrait of model Marie-Violaine Chenal wearing an open shirt and silver jewelry with her hand to her chin.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal posing by the water holding a green draped wrap skirt under overhanging tree branches.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal lying on a bed looking directly into the camera in a soft, sunlit room.

Model Marie-Violaine Chenal in a ruffled floral bikini top and yellow shorts seated on rocks overlooking coastal water.

Various Editorials Elbazin Magazine No26 « La parenthèse » 2026

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Elbazin Magazine No26, titled La parenthèse, serves as a masterclass in quiet, atmospheric fashion storytelling. The project leans into a deeply intimate aesthetic, balancing high-end luxury fashion with an approachable, lived-in sensibility. Through the lens of photographer Simon Upton, the editorial campaign captures a series of contemplative, sun-drenched moments that feel less like a traditional commercial shoot and more like a stolen glance into a private afternoon. The narrative centers on a relaxed, summer-inspired lifestyle, where the styling by Nadene Duncan seamlessly integrates casual denim, delicate lace camisoles, and minimalist jewelry with a sophisticated edge. The technical execution is defined by an expert use of natural light and tactile textures, effectively utilizing both color and monochrome palettes to emphasize an authentic, documentary-focused mood. Hair stylist Anthony Nader complements this vision with purposefully tousled, natural textures that underscore the candid posture of model Marie-Violaine Chenal. Whether transitioning from rustic indoor interiors to the serene, open expanse of a lakeside shore, the photography consistently prioritizes organic movement and stillness. By stripping away the artifice of traditional studio environments, the project creates a cohesive visual rhythm, resulting in a refined editorial portfolio that celebrates the intersection of fashion, spontaneity, and the quiet, introspective beauty of everyday life.