‘The First Cut’ Personae Magazine editorial displays fashions that are inspired by the elegant sport of fencing. Photographer Steffen Oftedel captures models Torkel and Ada M. in a stoic and striking portrait series that features monochromatic imagery.
Torkel and Ada are styled by Kjersti Andreassen, who dresses them in fighter-inspired wardrobe selects referencing both traditional athleticwear as well as armor in its aesthetic. The pair pull off netted masks and leather-clad capes, epitomizing fierceness as they pose with fencing sword props.
The First Cut Personae Magazine editorial exudes a rockstar edge without losing its sense of sophistication. Hair stylist Eirik Thorsen gives the model couple matching long blonde locks while their stylist ensures ensembles to remember.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Fencing-inspired Fashion
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a clothing line that combines the elegance of fencing with contemporary fashion, merging traditional athleticwear elements with modern designs.
- Sport-inspired Editorials
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with athletes from various sports to create editorial spreads that showcase the connection between sports and fashion, highlighting unique wardrobe selects.
- Monochromatic Imagery
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a photography style that focuses on monochromatic visuals, capturing the essence and intensity of different subjects and industries.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture specialized athleticwear that incorporates fencing elements, catering to both fashion-conscious individuals and professional fencers.
- Publishing
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch a magazine or online platform that showcases the intersection of sports, fashion, and art, featuring unique and visually appealing editorial spreads.
- Photography
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a photography studio or agency that specializes in capturing themed editorials, providing unique and captivating visuals for fashion brands and publications.
