I am not surprised by these Japanese Lady Gaga fans. I mean, they are just as devout to their pop-star diva as I am to Liza Minnelli--okay, they are WAY more devout then I am.
Check these ladies out, in their Poker Face-inspired outfits and Bad Romance-loving hair-dos. Heck, I am pretty sure I spotted a hair bow in there, and those are all the rage right now. Anyway, take a peek at the Japanese Lady Gaga fans by clicking through the gallery.
What's Driving This Trend
- Pop-star Imitation
- Opportunity to create fashion lines based on the styles of popular musicians like Lady Gaga.
- Fan Culture
- Opportunity to build communities and experiences around fanaticism for various artists like Lady Gaga.
- Celebrity Merchandise
- Opportunity to develop and distribute merchandise for fans of popular musicians like Lady Gaga.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion Industry
- With the popularity of celebrity imitation and bespoke fashion based on pop culture icons, the fashion industry stands to benefit.
- Music Industry
- Opportunity for musicians to cultivate fan experiences and harness the power of dedicated niche communities around their music.
- Merchandising Industry
- As fan culture continues to flourish, merchandising efforts by artists and promoters could generate significant revenue.
