We look forward to ELLE France each and every week. After all, the weekly French fashion title is the gift that keeps on giving. Week after week, issue after issue, cover after cover, we constantly find ourselves in a state of awe over the magazine. Covers with Toni Garrn, Deva Cassell, Luna Bijl, Rebecca Leigh Longendyke, Emily Ratajkowski, and Penélope Cruz over recent weeks have received a standing ovation on theFashionSpot forums. This week’s installment is no different. Véronique Philipponnat continues to demonstrate her stellar choice in models, welcoming Mathilde Brandi as cover star. The Danish beauty poses for photographer Tom Schirmacher and is styled by Anne-Marie Brouillet in a mashup of pieces from Isabel Marant, Celine, A.P.C. Paris, Laurence Bras, and Chanel.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“So happy to see Mathilde Brandi,” praised prylvi.

“That’s a great cover!” enthused forum member Lola701.

EDEN21 commented: “Great cover and great editorial. Both are extremely basic, which goes to show the power of a good model and photographer!”

“I… love it!” voiced vogue28. “Always sound like a broken record whenever an ELLE France cover surfaces but everything is all just so well executed that I cannot possibly complain. The magazine’s choice of models is always top tier. So lovely to see Mathilde Brandi here!”

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There’s a very select group of actresses who we believe will always and forever photograph like an absolute DREAM for the covers of our fave fashion glossies. Make no mistake Penélope Cruz is one of them. Whether the Spanish actress is oozing sultry glamour on the cover of ELLE France or always proving to be a match made in heaven with the photographic duo Luigi & Iango on Vanity Fair Italia – Penélope is always a good idea. ELLE France received the memo loud and clear, enlisting Penélope Cruz as their latest cover star. Cruz is reunited with Xavi Gordo for the occasion, gazing down the Spanish photographer’s lens wearing a cardigan and bracelet from Chanel (to which she is a brand ambassador).

Penélope Cruz on the Cover of ELLE France:

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Such a beautiful cover, perfect for fall,” enthused fauxfashion.

“Penélope Cruz never misses,” applauded Urban Stylin.

Sharing the same level of enthusiasm was vogue28. “Penélope? ELLE France? This genuinely feels like Christmas morning for me. I’ve zero complaints over this. I love every single element of this whole entire cover. The dark background, the styling, the composition, the colors, the splash of gold from the Chanel bracelet… OBSESSED!” they raved.

“Penélope looks gorgeous. However, editors should stop with that fuzzy effect that’s supposed to mimic motion and fluidity. We’re not stupid. We can tell that the model is still and posed. perhaps they’re using it here as a clever airbrushing alternative to cover skin texture? Either way, it’s unnecessary,” shared EDEN21.

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You’re undoubtedly fully aware that here at theFashionSpot we live for ELLE France. Week after week, issue after issue, cover after cover, the French fashion weekly delivers the goods. Over recent months alone, the magazine has forced us to make a mad dash to our local newsstands for cover starring the likes of Toni Garrn, Deva Cassell, Luna Bijl, and Rebecca Leigh Longendyke. Véronique Philipponnat secures Emily Ratajkowski as cover girl, with the unveiling of the September 19th edition of ELLE France. The American actress and model is put before the lens of photographer Nathaniel Goldberg for the occasion. In the monochromatic cover image, Ratajkowski is decked out in a matching jacket and skirt from Celine by Hedi Slimane, as chosen by cover shoot stylist Hortense Manga.

The September, 19 2024 Cover of ELLE France with Emily Ratajkowski:

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“I’m not here for Emily Ratajkowski. She could go and take with her Gigi, Bella, Kendall, Amelia, Kaia and so many others!” voiced DK92 the moment the cover struck.

“I mostly dislike the idea of a ‘famous’ model because it’s cringe, but Emily Ratajkowski undoubtedly photographs well,” reasoned GoldenPetals.

Urban Stylin noted: “This is actually a decent cover. Expression could have been better but it still is chic and well composed.”

“Not one for Ratajkowski but she looks great on the cover. Love Celine by Hedi Slimane on her,” enthused forum member MModa.

Also a fan was Srdjan, commenting: “I don’t mind this cover at all! It’s giving that clichéd interpretation of a naughty Lolita-type school girl, but with a fashionable note. The jacket is great!”

“It’s just so sleek, monochromatic, slightly moody, and retro chic that I find it hard to criticize. Never minded Emily Ratajkowski, always been a one for Nathaniel Goldberg and I love that Celine look,” echoed vogue28.

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You might not need reminding that right here on theFashionSpot, we live for ELLE France. Can you blame us? Week after week, issue after issue, cover after cover, the magazine’s standards do NOT slip. Covers with Toni Garrn, Deva Cassell and Luna Bijl have made us make a mad dash down to our local newsstand over recent weeks – and this week’s offering is no different. It’s the magazine’s all-important ‘Spécial Mode‘ issue, which grants us an expansive fashion story showcasing new season fashion. Rebecca Leigh Longendyke is enlisted as cover star for the occasion, who takes to the lens of photographer Cass Bird. Captured on location within the bustling streets of New York City, the American beauty is splashed across a twosome of covers and wears looks from Chanel and Louis Vuitton, as selected for the occasion by stylist Geraldine Saglio.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“The first cover is more Vogue Paris than Vogue France will ever be,” applauded onlooker.

Kerg agreed, raving: “Congrats to Geraldine for bringing us the Vogue Paris feelings!”

“The first cover is a breath of fresh air. No studio, no over-the-top makeup, no over-the-top hair. I love the resemblance to Emmanuelle Alt‘s aesthetic,” fashionlov enthused.

“Love both! Love Rebecca Leigh Longendyke,” exclaimed oaklee91.

Sharing the same level of enthusiasms was vogue28, voicing: “Absolutely love the intensity of the first cover and the slight 80s allure I’m getting, it’s divine. Nice to see Rebecca Leigh Longendyke on the cover of ELLE France for the fashion special. Not the biggest Cass Bird fan but I’m excited for this!”

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ELLE France continues to capture the mood of summer perfectly via its front covers. After all, over recent months, we’ve enjoyed a whole plethora of sun-drenched starring the likes of Luna Bijl, Cindy Bruna, Joséphine Le Tutour and Deva Cassel. We’re able to safely add Toni Garrn to the list with the magazine’s offering dated August 8, 2024. The German beauty was more or less on the cover at the exact time last year, and is reunited with photographer Xavi Gordo for the occasion. Toni is all smiles in the joyous and radiant cover image, captured poolside in a Chanel swimsuit, as chosen by cover shoot stylist Anne-Marie Brouillet.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Perfect summer cover of ELLE with a slight 80s allure,” admired WAVES.

“I think this is the best of Toni Garrn I’ve seen in a heavily long while. First time she gives me a lil’ kick or some kinda thrill,” enthused penny609.

In complete agreement was vogue28: “Absolutely love the cover. Quintessential French ELLE during the summer months. The magazine always nails these carefree summer covers, and I live for them to be completely honest. Always down for seeing Toni Garrn too. Colors, mood, lighting, styling… all working for me!”

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At this rate, ELLE France is an instant must-have and a non-negotiable purchase whenever we visit our local newsstand. Standards do not slip. Week after week, issue after issue, cover after cover, we constantly find ourselves in a state of admiration whenever a new edition of the French weekly drops. Covers over recent weeks featuring the likes of Luna Bijl, Pamela Anderson, Cindy Bruna and Joséphine Le Tutour have wowed us to no end. The magazine’s offering dated July 24, 2024 is no different. Véronique Philipponnat welcomes Deva Cassel as cover star, who poses before the lens of photographer Camilla Akrans. The French-Italian model, actress and daughter of Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel is styled by Hortense Manga in the sun-lit cover shot, wearing Christian Dior (having signed on the dotted line with the French fashion house as brand ambassador earlier this year) and jewelry from Cartier.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Pretty is the word for this cover,” instantly described MModa.

“That’s a lovely cover,” chimed in forum member clo.

“It is indeed lovely,” Srdjan replied in complete agreement.

Urban Stylin commented: “One can smell the cover just by looking at it. Very fresh and beautiful.”

Sharing the same level of enthusiasm toward the latest from ELLE France was vogue28. “This is just lovely, and is precisely the type of shoots Camilla Akrans excels at. The colors in the cover photograph are gorgeous, so fresh and pretty. I love the mood too,” he voiced.

“Oh youth…” sighed oaklee91.

See more of Deva Cassel from the July 24, 2024 edition of ELLE France and share your thoughts, here.

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ELLE France stays winning, and will always and forever be the highlight of our week. The magazine is truly the gift that keeps on giving. After all, Véronique Philipponnat has bestowed upon us an array of stunning covers featuring the likes of Luna Bijl, Pamela Anderson and Cindy Bruna over recent weeks. Philipponnat, unsurprisingly, has another hit on her hands with the unveiling of the magazine’s latest dated July 18, 2024. Give it up for Joséphine Le Tutour as cover girl, who poses at sunset via the lens of photographer Marie Schmidt. Dressed by Laura Seganti in Louis Vuitton, the French model who swept up at the Elie Saab, Zuhair Murad and Thom Browne shows during the recent Fall 2024 season of Haute Couture Paris Fashion Week is all smiles in the sun-drenched cover shot.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Joséphine Le Tutour is beyond gorgeous!” instantly heralded Bertrando3.

“When she smiles like this, Joséphine reminds me of Toni Garrn a bit. I like it, the colors are nice,” forum member oaklee91 chimed in.

“With the smile, she reminds me of Constance Jablonski,” replied Lax89.

“Beautiful colors,” Alquimista admired.

Also very much a fan was WAVES: “I’ve always loved Joséphine and Emmanuelle Alt missed a huge opportunity of putting her on the cover of Vogue Paris, especially when she was doing major fashion shows. Good to see her, it’s a good ELLE cover!”

“Love the sunset mood. Joséphine Le Tutour always photographs effortlessly,” enthused Urban Stylin.

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ELLE France will always and forever be at the top of our must-have list when paying our local newsstand a visit. Under the tutelage of Véronique Philipponnat, the standard does not slip. French ELLE‘s summer-themed covers are the stuff of legend and are always triumphant here on theFashionSpot. Luna Bijl become the ultimate bronzed goddess on the French weekly’s sun-kissed cover just last month and we’re now treated to an equally as “perfect” Cindy Bruna offering for July 11, 2024. Captured down on the Côte d’Azur in the South of France, the dazzling French beauty and L’Oréal brand ambassador poses for Cameron Hammond. Bruna is all smiles in the joyous cover image, styled by Hortense Manga in a shirt and shorts from Polo Ralph Lauren, in addition to a mashup of jewelry from Hermès, Chopard and Chanel.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Love the summer vibes,” immediately approved matheus_s.

“Cindy Bruna is such a stunning woman. Great to see her still working,” MagFan enthused.

“Sooooo beautiful, fresh, cool and summer-worthy,” chimed in an equally as impressed Bertrando3.

Marsnoop2 sure liked what they saw too, admiring: “Nice to see Cameron Hammond getting into editorial. I think he should be in charge of shooting the entire Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition!”

“Healthy, beautiful, sporty, sexy, aspirational and full of sunshine,” TomBlanksFullFatMiuMiu noted.

Sharing the same level of enthusiasm was vogue28: “It’s just one of those quintessential summer covers of ELLE France, which will always and forever receive my seal of approval. Cindy Bruna looks absolutely gorgeous. I love the white skirt and denim shorts combo, the hair, the smile, the setting… it’s all just so joyous, warm and inviting!”

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ELLE France is the gift that keeps on giving. Week after week, issue after issue, we constantly find ourselves obsessing over the weekly French fashion title. After all, under the tutelage of editor Véronique Philipponnat, covers with Léa Seydoux, Yasmin Le Bon, Iselin Steiro and Luna Bijl have all forced us to make a mad dash for our local newsstand over recent months. Unsurprisingly, the magazine’s latest dated June 20, 2024 has us weak at the knees as Philipponnat welcomes Pamela Anderson as cover girl. Captured by photographer Heather Hazzan, the Canadian-American actress, media personality and Pandora brand ambassador commands our attention as she goes makeup-free is in the closeup portrait cover shot.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Pamela Anderson photographs well. Works fine for me!” approved Royal-Galliano.

“Beautiful shot!” added forum member mikel.

“Très chic,” declared matheus_s.

Also very much as fan was vogue28. He commented: “As per usual with ELLE France, this is more superior than what the vast majority of Vogue editions were able to deliver us. What a stunning and arresting shot, love the black and white with the contrasting yellow masthead and font.”

“I LOVE IT!” declared VanillaCrush.

“I hope that Gia Coppola movie she has coming out is good and this all leads up to an eventual big moment Vogue cover for her,” championed thenewclassic.

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Here at theFashionSpot, we’re massive stans of ELLE France and have made that pretty clear throughout the years. This year alone, covers with everyone from Yasmin Le Bon to Iselin Steiro have had us in a complete chokehold. The weekly French fashion title’s summer covers are simply unbeatable, and the first sun-drenched cover of 2024 is here. Véronique Philipponnat welcomes Luna Bijl as cover girl, who poses for photographer Tom Schirmacher. The Dutch beauty and firm forum favorite poses poolside for the occasion, and in the gorgeous sun-kissed cover shot, works a swimsuit from Fendi, as chosen for the occasion by French ELLE‘s fashion editor Anne Marie Brouillet.

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Perfect. Not a single flaw. And it’s Luna Bijl!” exclaimed Deleted Member.

“Great model. Great cover,” commended zoom.

“Stunning! I like this cover very much!” chimed in an equally as impressed VanillaCrush.

Also very much a fan was forum member Ihhbl, commenting: “I wouldn’t change a thing!”

“Luna Bijl was born to model,” declared Sweet rus.

“Absolutely love this! Always here for these strong and quintessential summer covers from ELLE France. Always been a one for Luna Bijl too, so this feels like a major cause for celebration. The cover photograph is flawless, love Luna’s blonde highlights and that bronzed complexion. Obsessed with the accompanying editorial just as much,” voiced vogue28.

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