The 'CEXN Accessories' series shows that elegance and edginess need not be mutually exclusive. Shot by photographer Sandra Schmidbaur, the series focuses on model Dana-Chantal Strangmann as adorned with dresses from Angela Stöckel and accessories from CEXN and Dana Mikelson. Hair and makeup are the work of Michelle Zöller and Lisa Kram, respectively.
From Elizabethan-inspired collars to quirky coifs, the series is brimming with dark, provocative looks. CEXN and Dana Mikelson have come up with a variety of pieces that maintain a coherent, easily recognizable style -- an advantageous trait in the fashion world.
The style is quite reminiscent of renaissance clothing. This is most clearly seen in the collars Strangmann wears, which seem to be heavily inspired by those of the courtiers days long gone by. Still, the looks are realized with modernist, minimalist sensibilities and, as such, have a style all their own.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Dark and Graceful Fashion
- The 'CEXN Accessories' series showcases dark and graceful fashion with a modern twist, offering opportunities for designers to create unique and edgy clothing.
- Elizabethan-inspired Accessories
- The series features Elizabethan-inspired collars and accessories, presenting an opportunity for accessory designers to create avant-garde pieces that draw inspiration from history while adding a contemporary touch.
- Minimalist Renaissance Aesthetic
- The reimagined renaissance photoshoots embrace a minimalist aesthetic that blends old and new, providing an opening for artists and photographers to explore innovative ways of combining historical elements with modern simplicity.
Where This Applies
- Fashion Design
- The 'CEXN Accessories' series opens up possibilities for fashion designers to experiment with dark and graceful fashion, incorporating unique and edgy elements into their collections.
- Accessory Design
- The Elizabethan-inspired accessories in the series create opportunities for accessory designers to tap into historical influences and create avant-garde pieces that appeal to modern sensibilities.
- Art and Photography
- The minimalist renaissance aesthetic showcased in the photoshoots presents a chance for artists and photographers to explore innovative ways of capturing the beauty of historical fashion while infusing it with modern simplicity.
