The Harper's Bazaar Vietnam 'Nu Renaissance Aristocracy' editorial appears to revolve around stunning oil painting portraits. Nevertheless, no matter how medieval-inspired the outfits might seem at first, they are undeniably modern. The models might also have a classic beauty about their features, accentuated by beautifully braided coifs courtesy of hairstylist Linh Nguyen and deep set eyes thanks to makeup artist Roshar, but they have a contemporary edge as well.
Shot by Zhang Jingna for the December 2012 issue of the magazine, the Harper's Bazaar Vietnam 'Nu Renaissance Aristocracy' editorial stars models Kendra and Claire from NY Model Management. Stylist Beagy Zielinski outfitted the blonde beauties in constricting colors that are nevertheless strikingly ornate. Although not fit for everyday wear, it could inspire women to be more creative and show less skin.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Medieval-inspired Fashion
- Exploring the fusion of medieval aesthetics with modern style, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities for the fashion industry.
- Oil Painting Portraits
- Utilizing elements of oil painting in fashion photography to create visually stunning and artistic editorials, paving the way for collaborations between the fashion and art industries.
- Contemporary Classic Beauty
- Blending classic beauty features with contemporary elements in makeup and hairstyling, offering disruptive innovation possibilities for beauty and cosmetic brands.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend for medieval-inspired fashion, creating garments that combine both historical and modern elements.
- Art
- The art industry can collaborate with fashion brands to incorporate elements of oil painting into fashion photography, creating unique and visually striking visuals.
- Beauty and Cosmetics
- Beauty and cosmetic brands can explore the fusion of classic and contemporary beauty, offering innovative products and trends that celebrate both timeless elegance and modern flair.
