In this heartfelt editorial, photographer Justino Panel Esteves captures moments that feel gently lived-in—images that breathe, linger, and invite you closer. His work reveals the quiet beauty in expression and movement, making each frame feel personal. Stylist Farouk CHEKOUFI complements this with looks that feel warm, intentional, and full of character. Together, they create a story that isn’t just about fashion, but about people—authentic, present, and beautifully real.
By Kinsley Ah-Chion
Coat: Rails; Bag: Peter Nitz; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Boots: Manolo Blahnik; Tight: Wolford
Coat: Rails; Sunglasses: Linda Farrow x Dries Van Noten; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Gloves: GIADA
Coat & dress: Rails; Bag: Peter Nitz; Hat: Maison Vriginie Paris; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Boots: Manolo Blahnik; Tight: Wolford
Coat: GIADA; Jewellery: LALIQUE; sunglasses: Marc O’Polo; Shoes: Manolo Blahnik
Coat, top and trousers: JOSEPH; Bag: Peter Nitz; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Boots: Manolo Blahnik
Coat & top: GIADA; Jewellery: LALIQUE
Coat, top & skirt: L’AGENCE; Hat: Maison Virginie Paris; Jewellery: LALIQUE
Coat and skirt: ELIE SAAB; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Boots: Manolo Blahnik
Coat: ZADIG & VOLTAIRE; Dress: RAILS; Jewellery: LALIQUE
Coat: ZADIG & VOLTAIRE; Sweater: RAILS; Jewellery: LALIQUE; Tights: Wolford
Credits:
Photographer: Justino Panel Esteves
Stylist & Set Designer : Farouk CHEKOUFI
Model: ARIUNZUL OYUNBAATAR @ METROPOLITAN MODELS
Photographer agent: Fred Praca / STUDIO.PRACA
Makeup Artist: Bruno Da Silva
Hairstylist: Moïrai Dembélé
Production: Roberta Molin Corvo
Casting: THE STYLING SHOWROOM
Location: HOTEL LE MEURICE
228 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris
Special thanks to: Isabelle Maurin & Cynthia Sunnen.
CARITA PARIS, GUCCI BEAUTY, LE MEURICE