While Polaroid photography might be a defunct way of capturing moments, we're continuing to see the antique-esque form of photography in the fashion world. Social media sites like Instagram and Pinterest have made us accustom to faded filters and sepia-toned images, which is what these fashion editorials and ads look to capture as well.
Simulated rusticity is a wave in the photography and fashion industries that shows no sign of breaking just yet as the digital frontier renders our level of content creation infinite. Photographs no longer age as an old Polaroid does, which has created a disconnect for consumers that crave the nostalgic undertones of years past. While Polaroid photography provided an inane filter to our images, we're now overlaying our digital images with filters in a bid to achieve something more organic and less contrived.
22 Polaroid Photography Fashion Finds
From Floral Polaroid Editorials to Stylish Sister Lookbooks:
Michael Hemsworth — Jul 31, 2014 — Fashion
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Raw Model Polaroids
These Snapshots Showcase Models Before They Were Famous
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Hipster Polaroid-Inspired Shoots
The Vice 'Less is a Bore' Editorial Offers Wild & Youthful Prints
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Punk Rock Vintage Photography
This Edgy Punk Rock Photos Bring Teen Angst to 'C-Heads Magazine'
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Polaroid Picnic Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders Spring 2012 Catalog Stars Michelle Williams
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Retro Glam Rock Editorials
The Bowievirus Arena Homme + Fashion Story Pays Tribute to the Legend
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Short-Haired Siren Editorals
The Schön! Zoe Mcconnel Shoot Shows Off Rihanna's Short Hair
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Polaroid Aesthetic Lookbooks
The Minimale Animale Spring Lookbook Stars Emily Ratajkowski
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Hipster Sisterhood Lookbooks
The Lunar Kingdom Lookbook Has a Raw and Unfinished Feel
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Prim Polaroid Fashion Campaigns
The Rag & Bone Spring/Summer 2014 Ads Display Retro Photography
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Polaroid-Like Fashion Ads
The Paule Ka SS14 Campaign Stars Model Karen Elson
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Floral Polaroid Editorials
Charlotte Kemp Muhl Stars in the Numéro May #153 Issue
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Gritty Polaroid Editorials
The Double Magazine 'Silent House' Photoshoot is Grungy
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Edgy 80s Rockstar Editorials
Karlie Kloss Does Her Best Debby Harry For Self Service Issue 39
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Retro Romantic Photography
The Impossible Project Polaroids Capture a Serene and Nostalgic Feel
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Stylish Sister Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders Fall 2013 Catalog Stars Rashida and Kidada Jones
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Vintage Polaroid Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders Spring 2012 Collection Features Artist Ed Ruscha
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Seductive Forest Polaroids
The 'Your Woman' Photos by Tristan Rösler are Sultry and Eerie
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Cheeky Polaroid Catalogs
The American Two Shot Fall 2013 Lookbook is Titled 'Mom's Home'
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Polaroid-Themed Fashion Features
Instant Gratification by Lacey Brings Instant Photos to Life
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Eccentric Polaroid Editorials
The Vikky Ivie I Love Fake Magazine Image Series is Retro Infused
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Quirky Candid Collections
Greta Gerwig Launches the Band of Outsiders Spring 2013 Campaign
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Raw Model Polaroids
These Snapshots Showcase Models Before They Were Famous
Bombshell Swimsuit Editorials
Kate Upton Stars in Vogue UK's June 2014 Issue
Self-Embedded Photo Edits
PeejeT Incorporates Himself into Photoshopped Celebrity Images
Earthy Hippie Chick Editorials
Candice Swanepoel Stars in Vogue Brazil Antes do P
Enchanting Bohemian Lookbooks
This Hippie Fashion Photo Shoot is Whimsical and Dreamy
Provocative Urban Chic Photography
Quentin Legallo's Provocative Photos Mix Fashion with Street
New Age Gypsy Photography
Photographer Iain McKell Brilliantly Captures a World Often Unexplored
Seductive Secretary Photoshoots
The Self Service Issue 37 Editorial is All About Office Teases
Pop Art Punk Editorials
The 'Exit Here' Editorial for Numero Russia Features Rosie Tapner
Elegant Minimalism Catalogs
The Jay Ahr Resort 2014 Lookbook Showcases Effortless Sophistication
Provoking Pin-Up Editorials
Laura Díaz Captures Carmen Merino's Pout in 'Turn it underground'
Chic Street Glamour Editorials
The Ones 2 Watch K-Town Exclusive Embodies Urban Elegance
Edgy Doll-Like Fashion
The 2013 H&M Design Award Lookbook Stars Anais Pouliot and Marikka Juhler
Bronzed Beachwear Editorials
The ELLE Spain May 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Miranda Kerr
Cramped Apartment Captures
1972 by Noritaka Minami is Depressingly Futuristic
Vibrantly Edgy Fashion Ads
The Rihanna for River Island Summer 2013 Campaign is Boldly Sensual
Beach Retreat Fashion Lookbooks
Hailey Clauson is Well Prepared for Spring Break
Chic Shaded Photo Shoots
The Monika Sawicka for Vogue Germany Shoot is Grunge-Glam
Refreshing Music Festival Lookbooks
The Nasty Gal Festival Lookbook Offers Coachella-Ready Styles
Mini Grammy Attendees
The Toddlewood Series Recreates Celebrity Style on Child Lookalikes
Chic Hipster Party Looks
ONE Magazine Features 'Cup of Chocolate' Spread by Lukas Dziewic
Retro Beach Polaroids
Hot Fun in the Summertime by Emman Montalvan is Wild and Free
Crooner Clothing Campaigns
The H&M FW12 Advertisements Star Songstress Lana Del Ray
Eclectically Textured Editorials
The Numero Tokyo April 2014 Photoshoot Stars Kirsten Owen
Elegantly Bohemian City Ensembles
The Free People October 2013 Catalog Stars Eimi and Elsa
Sepia Parisian Photoshoots
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'A Night in Paris' Editorial is Raw and Romantic
Suburban Skateboard Editorials
MOISNOMOIS Rides Beside Pony Wave in This Edgy Editorial
Polaroid Picnic Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders Spring 2012 Catalog Stars Michelle Williams
Racy Superstore Editorials
Model Angie Shows Off Her Goodies in 'One Day with Me'
Ethereal Punk Editorials
Marlon Teixeira is Lensed by Bruce Weber for Mister Muse
Retro Glam Rock Editorials
The Bowievirus Arena Homme + Fashion Story Pays Tribute to the Legend
Pretty Pastel Spring Lookbooks
The Accessorize Spring 2014 Campaign is Flirty and Fun
Vegas Wedding Lookbooks
The Free People March 2014 Catalog Stars a Lovestruck Erin Wasson
Boho Cowgirl Editorials
The Numero April 2014 Photoshoot Stars an Edgy Sigrid Agren
Chaotic Coastal Lookbooks
Stussy’s Women Spring/Summer 2013 Line Brings Back Beach & Surf
Sultry Nighttime Lingerie Ads
The Victoria's Secret Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Karlie Kloss
Reflected Rock-Inspired Pictorials
The Saint Laurent Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Nods to Bowie
Nature-Inspired Sportswear Catalogs
The Adidas by Stella McCartney SS14 Lookbook is Outdoorsy
Exploding Botanical Fashion Ads
The Lane Crawford SS14 Campaign Stars Xiao Wen Ju
Traveling Polaroid Lookbooks
The Accessorize Spring/Summer 2012 Photos Merge Film with Roadtrips
Glamorously Sporty Editorials
The Numero Magazine 'Performance' Photoshoot Stars Othilia Simon
Luxurious Blue-Skied Shoots
Jose Ferreira's 'Blonde Gone Rogue' Captures Culture and Sass
Rugged Manly Lookbooks
The Two Angle Fall 2013 Campaign is Eclectic and Masculine
Psychedelic Rave-Punk Collections
The UNIF Spring 2014 Collection Unites Many Unique Looks
Golden Boho Chic Campaigns
The Ipekyol Spring 2014 Campaign is Fierce and Seductive
Provocative Playground Editorials
The ‘Venice Streets’ Shoot Looks at the Dangerous Si
Beautiful Bohemian Editorials
Bettina Genten Captures Low-Key Sensuality
Wistful Wilderness Editorials
Pamela Rußmann Photographs Julie Zacherl for C-Heads
Daring Diva Editorials
The Numero Magazine March Issue Features Model Aline Weber
Bodacious Lingerie Campaigns
Miranda Kerr Looks Seductive in the New Wonderbra Campaign
Coquettish Car-Inspired Lookbooks
The Spring 2014 Collection from Style Stalker is Vintage Chic
Monochromatic Blood-Thirsty Editorials
DNA Model Larissa H is Zombie-Like in 'HURRICANES'
Retro Polaroid Editorials
Boys by Girls Magazine's Nicola Image Series Stars Nicola Wincenc
Lazy Hipster Fashions
The VICTIM 2012 Spring/Summer Lookbook Offers Casual Yet Cool Styles
Posh Polaroid T-Shirts
Altru Apparel's Graphic Tee's Mimic Camera Logos
Polaroid Aesthetic Lookbooks
The Minimale Animale Spring Lookbook Stars Emily Ratajkowski
Seductively Subdued Editorials
The Sure Korea May 2014 Photoshoot Stars a Neutral Miranda Kerr
Bohemian Masculine Lookbooks
The Project A Spring 2014 Collection is Bold and Hipster
LGBT-Friendly Fashion Ads
The Barneys Spring 2014 Campaign Stars 17 Transgender Models
Paper Transfer Photography
The Ultra-Thin Rub View Camera is More Impressive than a Polaroid
Racy Polaroid Photoshoots
Valeriya Planidina Strips Down for the Latest Issue of Galore Magazine
Glam Rock Icon Shoots
Daphne Guinness Channels David Bowie in Vogue Germany January 2012
Disheveled Dark Denim Lookbooks
The Forum Winter 2014 Campaign is Sizzling and Broody
Curiously Contrasting Apparel
10.DEEP's Captivating 2013 Fall Collection is Entitled 'Daylight'
Quirky Cowgirl Catalogs
The Boy. by Band of Outsiders Lookbook Stars Actress Amy Adams
Divinely Winged Lingerie Ads
The Victoria’s Secret Heavenly Fragrance Campaign Stars Karlie Kloss
Alluring Lazy Beach Lookbooks
The DL1961 Spring/Summer 2014 Campaign is All About Denim
Goth Couple Captures
The Luis Mora 'Polaroids Never Die' Collection is Darkly Fun
Malibu Barbie-Inspired Fashions
The Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring 2014 Lookbook is Outrageously Fun
Bridal Boutique Fashion Ads
The Tatiana Kaplun 2014 Campaign Boasts an Old World Charm
Coquettish Sunny Everyday Lookbooks
The Koton Spring 2014 Campaign Lookbook is Comfy and Chic
Retro Coy Photoshoots
The Please! Magazine #13 Sarai Editorial is Demure Meets 1950s
70s-Inspired Monochromatic Fashion
Anja Rubik Showcases Checkered Retro Ensembles for Self Service
Decrepit Deconstructive Fashion Photos
Photographer Justin Henry Captures Beauty Among Destruction
Instagram Camera Commercials (UPDATE)
ADR Studio Unveils an Advert on the Socialmatic Camera
Fruitful Minimalist Fashion Ads
The Stella McCartney SS14 Campaign Stars Suvi Koponen
Culture-Clashing Lookbooks
The Stella Jean Spring 2014 Collection is All About Clashing Prints
Effortless Glossy Celeb Lookbooks
Leighton Meester Fronts the Spring 2014 Campaign for Nelly.com
Candid Fashion Campaigns
The Miss Dior Fall/Winter 2012 Mila Kunis Photoshoot is Natural
Contemporary Surrealism Portraits
These Photo Collages by Chad Coombs Embraces Image Distortions
Beach Day Fashion Ads
The Tommy Hilfiger SS14 Campaign Boasts an All-Star Model Cast
Polaroid-Like Fashion Ads
The Paule Ka SS14 Campaign Stars Model Karen Elson
Floral Polaroid Editorials
Charlotte Kemp Muhl Stars in the Numéro May #153 Issue
Candid Menswear Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders SS 2014 Collection was Inspired by Mick Jagger
Hypnotic Light Supermodel Portraits
Catwalkers Swap Fashion Month for Art to Pay Homage to Picasso
Self-Reflective Fashion Campaigns
The Ports 1961 Spring/Summer 2012 Advertisements are Mirrored
Gritty Polaroid Editorials
The Double Magazine 'Silent House' Photoshoot is Grungy
Edgy Beach Footwear Ads
The Sam Edelman Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Kate Upton
Playful Urban Fashion Ads
The New Zadig & Voltaire Spring 2014 Ads are Effortlessly Cool
Rock Star Biker Fashion
The Blonds AW12 Collection Mashes 'Mad Max' and 'Tron'
Ethereal Asian-Inspired Ensembles
The Ekaterina Kukhareva SS14 Collection is Pretty and Playful
Glam Pink-Focused Fashion
The Numero Russia April 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Cora Emmanuel
Rocking Football Stars
'Tebowie' is Half Tim Tebow and Half David Bowie
Sultry Old Hollywood Catalogs
The Wheels and Dollbaby Spring/Summer 2013 Lookbook is Glamorous
Sultry Somber Editorials
The 'Earth Move Under My Feet' Editorial Boasts Gothic Fashion
Carved Model Ads
Escola Sao Paulo Fashion Modeling Course Turns Brutes Beautiful
Natural Household Fashions
Alex Kolodyazhni Photographs Revealing Poses Within a Household Setting
Saturated Fashion Campaigns
The Banana Republic Spring/Summer 2012 Rocha Ads are Animated
Vintage Polaroid Lookbooks
The Band of Outsiders Spring 2012 Collection Features Artist Ed Ruscha
Smokey Starlet Candids
The Rihanna Outtakes by Terry Richardson are Conflicted
Tree People Photography
Marco Prelic Creates Humans From Trees in His Project 'Tree People'
UN-Affiliated Fashion Campaigns
Alexandra Taylor Donates Part of Her Profits to 'Nothing But Nets'
Iconic Rocker Cosmetics
Topshop Make-up Tutorials Channel David Bowie
Wheelchair-Bound Model Fashion Ads
The Diesel Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Jillian Mercado
Flashy Glam Fashion Ads
The BO.BO Fall/Winter 2014 Campaign Stars Cara Delevingne
Kitten-Cuddling Celeb Photography
Joseph Gordon-Levitt Shows Us His Cuddly Side in 'Out' Magazine
Rock Star Couture Looks
The Maria Escoté Fall/Winter 2012 Line Offers Punk Luxury
Juxtaposed Polaroid Paintings
The Caitlin Doherty ‘Learn to Multiply’ Series is Surrea
3D Fashion Campaigns
The Lane Crawford Spring/Summer 2012 Advertisements are Volumous
Neon Floral Fashion Campaigns
The Mia Wasikowska Miu Miu Ads are Full of Bright Colors
Polaroid Toilet Paper
The PPLAROLL Toilet Paper Roll is Printed With Retro Camera Photos
Carefree Eco Apparel
This Bon George Spring Collection Boasts Effortlessly Cool Fashions
Random Interaction Photography
The Amber Mahoney Present Company Project is Refreshing
Celebrity Mosaic Portraits
Maurizio Galimberti Redefines the Way People Look at Portraits
Sophisticated Big-Haired Editorials
The Vogue Mexico October 2013 Photoshoot Stars Kendra Spears
Powdered Fashion Campaigns
The AGL Spring/Summer 2013 Advertisements Are Ivory Only
Rugged Celebrity Polaroids
Josh Brolin is Featured in the Band of Outsiders Fall 2012 Lookbook
Iconic Leading Lady Editorials
AnOther Magazine Pays Homage to Your Favorite Beauty Icons
Quirky Candid Collections
Greta Gerwig Launches the Band of Outsiders Spring 2013 Campaign
Demolished Technology Photography
Dated Gadgets are Destroyed in Staudinger Franke Explosives
Quirky 70s Collections
Diane Keaton Inspires the Boy by Band of Outsiders Pre-Fall Collection
Retro Camera Bathroom Accessories
The Polaroll Toilet Paper Holder is Made for Photography Lovers
Celebrity Duality Covers
Rihanna Reveals All in the Rolling Stone February 2013 Issue
3D Pop-Star Packages
The Rihanna Diamonds Executive Platinum Box is an Exclusive Experience
Mathematically Inspired Knitwear
The Micaela Greg Fall 2013 Lookbook is a Visual Masterpiece
Startling Androgynous Editorials
This Soul Magazine Photography is Punchy and Eccentric
Bohemian Western Lookbooks
Annie Mcginty Stars in the Hippie Free People April Lookbook
Rapper-Starring Fashion Ads
This DKNY Spring/Summer 2014 Campaign Features Rappers and Models