The foundation of world renowned photographer Helmut Newton now has a shop where you can acquire products that reflect his eclectic taste. A fine example of his work includes these devilishly hot bondage x-ray t-shirts. The bondage shirts sell for €32 on his site.
You'll also find bondage x-ray notepads, pill boxes and books. Hip.
Implications - Consumer fascination with obscurity started when shows like Twilight and pop stars like Lady Gaga started to dominate the media. The allure of the darker side of things has become a mainstream success, and this has shown with the number of macabre-themed products and remade horror flicks that have come out. Whether it's brands or the media, companies from several sectors can capitalize on the success of the supernatural before consumers have enough of it.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Macabre Merchandise
- With the rise in consumer fascination with obscurity, there is an opportunity for various brands to create macabre-themed products.
- Alternative Fashion
- The bondage x-ray t-shirts showcase a niche in alternative fashion, creating an opportunity for designers to explore this style.
- Artistic Collaborations
- The partnership with Helmut Newton's foundation highlights the potential for collaborations with artists to produce unique products.
Where This Applies
- Fashion Industry
- The alternative fashion trend seen in the bondage x-ray t-shirts can be capitalized on by designers in the fashion industry.
- Publishing Industry
- The notepads and books featuring Helmut Newton's work provide opportunity for publishers in the industry to collaborate with artists and photographers to produce unique merchandise.
- Entertainment Industry
- The success of the supernatural in media presents an opportunity for the entertainment industry to create more macabre-themed products and remade horror flicks.
