Vogue China has enlisted the most talked about and controversial designer of the year to photograph its November 2012 centerfolds; the Aymeline Valade by Hedi Slimane photoshoot embodies a dark and destructive emotion. The monochromatic photo shoot by the new Saint Laurent Paris creative director completely embodies the vibe from his Spring 2013 collection.
The photo shoot captures a beautiful androgynous aura around model Aymeline Valade, who wears sleek leathers, soft silks and draping gowns. The hair and makeup for the shoot are messy in nature and lend a hand to the seductive nature of the editorial shoot. Hedi Slimane does a beautiful job at capturing these images and easily shows his versatile nature in both fashion and photography.
What's Driving This Trend
- Androgynous Fashion
- The trend of androgynous fashion could be applied to various industries to incorporate gender-neutral clothing lines that cater to wider audience.
- Dark Photography
- The trend of dark photography could be used in various industries such as advertising, editorial shoots, and cinematography to create a disruptive and emotional experience.
- Seductive Makeup
- The trend of seductive makeup could be used in various industries such as beauty and cosmetics to create a hypnotizing and attractive look that could alter viewers' perception of beauty.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion
- The fashion industry could adopt more gender-neutral clothing lines and explore non-traditional aesthetics and styles that promote inclusivity and diversity.
- Photography
- The photography industry could incorporate emotional and thought-provoking content by adopting the trend of dark photography in their shoots and projects.
- Beauty and Cosmetics
- The beauty and cosmetics industry could explore bold and seductive makeup looks that challenge traditional beauty standards and empower individuals to embrace their unique styles and personalities.
