Wall Street Journal Magazine

When Three Top Magazines Share a Single Lens

Three striking covers, one photographer, and a chorus of raised eyebrows. Vogue, Elle, and The Wall Street Journal Magazine chose the same lens for their November issues, resulting in covers so similar they blur the line between curation and coincidence. What was intended as artistic vision reads more like a missed opportunity for distinct storytelling. For a deeper look at what makes a photograph truly compelling, explore our piece on *The curated art of the smile: unposed or empty*.