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Retro Carnival Couture

Photographer Xi Sinsong Captures Chic Clown-Inspired Looks

— March 8, 2012 — Fashion
Photographer Xi Sinsong has beautifully captured the mood of carnival days gone by with this enchanting editorial for Fashion Gone Rogue, taking the viewer on a magical journey through an ethereal and beautiful carnival atmosphere.

Model Tina is decked-out in ballet inspired skirts, ultra soft florals, ribbons and lace, conjuring visions of both Tim Burtonesque film aesthetics and Belle Epoque extravagance. This modern day fairytale is brought to life with unique props by Gary Russell Freeman; a violin, a cat, a horse statue and a sword are a few of the unexpected carnival inspired accoutrements.

Carnival couture doesn't seem to be leaving the realm of fashion any time soon.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Carnival Couture - The trend of retro carnival fashion is growing in popularity, creating opportunities for vintage-inspired clothing and accessories companies to capitalize on this nostalgia.
2. Carnival-inspired Photography - The trend of carnival-inspired photography creates opportunities for photographers to offer unique and imaginative shoots for clients in various industries such as fashion, entertainment, and advertising.
3. Fairytale and Fantasy Aesthetics - The trend of fairytale and fantasy aesthetics has been steadily gaining popularity, creating opportunities for businesses to create imaginative and enchanting products and experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can capitalize on the growing trend of retro carnival couture by designing vintage-inspired clothing and accessories that playfully incorporate carnival themes and aesthetics.
2. Photography - The photography industry can offer unique and imaginative shoots for clients in various industries such as fashion, entertainment, and advertising, using the carnival-inspired styling popularized in fashion shoots like Retro Carnival Couture.
3. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can create immersive experiences that incorporate carnival-inspired aesthetics and themes, capitalizing on the growing trend of fairytale and fantasy aesthetics that has been steadily gaining popularity.
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