At first glance the Kate Beckinsale Harper's Bazaar Russia photo shoot looks like it stars a seasoned high fashion model. While the actress has certainly earned much critical acclaim for her acting chops over the years, she is known to model occasionally and it definitely shows in these photographs.
Sporting retro, Jackie Onassis-inspired looks such as a bold bouffant and white cat-eye shades, Ms. Beckinsale looks like she stepped right out of the 1960s.
Styled by Kira Shtranikh and Natalia Alaverdian, the Kate Beckinsale Harper's Bazaar Russia issue spices up the January 2012 issue of the magazine by adding a touch of class and retro glamor. Shot by photographers Katie Bleacher and Dean Everard, Kate looks amazing in pearl earrings, delicate gloves, silk scarves, and mary-jane pumps.
What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Fashion Revival
- There is an opportunity for fashion designers to create updated versions of retro styles, similar to the Jackie O-inspired looks featured in the Kate Beckinsale photo shoot.
- Actors as Models
- Given the popularity of celebrities being featured in fashion shoots, fashion companies could tap into this trend by partnering with popular actors to model their clothing.
- High Fashion for Print Magazines
- Print magazines continue to explore creative themes for their photo spreads, so fashion designers can collaborate with magazine stylists to showcase their latest designs.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Industry
- The fashion industry can adapt to the retro fashion revival by incorporating vintage-inspired styles into their clothing lines.
- Entertainment Industry
- The entertainment industry can capitalize on the trend of actors as models by partnering with actors for fashion shoots, potentially increasing their visibility and cross-promotion.
- Print Media Industry
- The print media industry can stay relevant by experimenting with unique themes for their fashion spreads, potentially creating new revenue streams in partnership with fashion brands.
