Last time at the Rhine

This shoot marked two milestones: my 50th set for Ballet-Heels and a final session at the familiar Rhine location before Raymond and I both move on to a new chapter. I wanted this set to feel strong, confident, and a bit like armor. I wore a full latex ensemble in bold red and black—tight, structured, and visually striking—with a black corset to sharpen the silhouette and ballet heels to finish it with intensity. The look was deliberate, marking the moment with clarity and edge.

There was a quiet weight to being at the Rhine one last time. I’ve shot here often, grown into my expression here, and found a rhythm between outfit, pose, and place that always just worked. Saying goodbye felt necessary though—not because it stopped being inspiring, but because change is part of the creative process too. Raymond is moving to Cologne, and I’ll be joining him. It’s a shift that feels right, even if it comes with all the usual uncertainties.

We’re planning to explore new concepts in a different setting, with more variation in photos and videos alike. I don’t know yet exactly how it will unfold, but I’m ready for something new. This wasn’t just the end of a location—it was a pause, a breath, and a quiet step forward into whatever comes next.