Ultra-smokin’ Kim Kardashian, who’s a co-star of the reality show “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” has joined the legions of celebrities who publish a calendar at the end of the year; Kim’s 2009 publication has already started making its rounds on the Internet.
The sizzling celebutante does not disappoint her faithful fans, as the photos are alluring to say the least. One photo in particular will delight Kim’s followers; she’s dressed as a biker babe with voluminous hair and plenty of 'visual' action going on.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Celebrity Calendars
- The market for highly visual celebrity calendars that cater to the interest of their fan base is growing and may provide opportunities for new artists and photographers to showcase their talents.
- Reality Show Merchandising
- The popularity of reality shows is providing opportunities for stars to monetize their fame through merchandising, creating new opportunities for branding, partnerships, and collaborations.
- Digital Publishing
- Digital versions of celebrity calendars offer convenience and accessibility for fans, and represent a potential new market for the publishing industry.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Entertainment
- The entertainment industry can leverage the popularity of reality stars to develop new merchandising or marketing strategies.
- Photography
- The trend towards highly visual celebrity calendars can create opportunities for photographers to work with celebrities and publishers to create unique, eye-catching imagery.
- E-commerce
- Online retailers can partner with celebrities to market and sell their merchandise, including their calendars, providing opportunities to capitalize on the popularity of both the celebrity and the online shopping trend.
