25-year-old Australian supermodel Jessica Hart is perhaps best known for her work in the flesh-flaunting Victoria's Secret catalog, but her covershoot for the ELLE Spain August 2011 issue truly illustrates her versatility as a model.
Draped head to toe in wardrobing from Gucci's autumn collection, Hart alternates between being the model image of upscale cool in a shimmery red dress shirt and loose fitting linen pants to looking laid-back lovely in a flowery summer top accessorized with a black scarf.
The ELLE Spain August 2011 shoot was captured by skilled Spanish photographer Santiago Esteban, and he does an excellent job of contrasting Jessica Hart's gorgeous natural face and luxurious outfits with the high-class backdrop used for the shoot. Hart plays the role of sexy socialite with aplomb and takes what could have been a typical 'by the numbers' lavish editorial and turns it into something special.
What's Driving This Trend
- Versatile Modeling
- Demand for models with the ability to pose in various styles for editorials is growing as publications seek to produce fresh and diverse content.
- Luxurious Photography
- A new trend in upscale photography is emerging, where the focus is no longer solely on the model, but also on the surrounding environment and luxurious backdrop.
- High-class Wardrobes
- Luxury fashion brands are placing greater emphasis on creating high-end, versatile pieces that can be incorporated into a variety of outfits, as demand grows for elegant, multifunctional wardrobes.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- Fashion brands and magazines can incorporate versatile, high-end pieces into their collections to keep up with the demand for elegant, multifunctional wardrobes.
- Photography
- Photographers can incorporate luxurious surroundings and innovative techniques to create upscale photoshoots that stand out in the market.
- Publishing
- Magazines and publishing houses can hire models with diverse styles and backgrounds to produce fresh and unique editorial content.
