Fashion meets architecture in Dazed & Confused’s "Human Building Blocks" fashion editorial in the October 2008 issue of the magazine.
Photographer Ben Toms uses the graphic forms of the new season’s menswear, with the help of stylist Robbie Spencer, as human building blocks in a nod to the 1920’s Bauhaus performance art (see image #10).
After some quick research, I found that the Bauhaus performance art explored relationships between space, sound and light. I think the editorial captured that essence with great photography and excellent art direction.
Architectural Fashion Editorials
Human Building Blocks in Dazed & Confused
Trend Themes
1. Fashion Meets Architecture - There is an opportunity to explore more collaborations between fashion and architecture, creating new and unique designs.
2. Graphic Forms in Photography - There is an opportunity to incorporate graphic shapes and forms in photography in a way that is both visually striking and aesthetically pleasing.
3. Performance Art Revival - There is an opportunity to revisit and revive performance art concepts from the past and incorporate them into modern fashion editorials.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Fashion designers can collaborate with architects to create innovative designs that incorporate architectural elements.
2. Photography Industry - Photographers can experiment with incorporating graphic shapes and forms into their work, creating images that stand out.
3. Art Industry - Artists and designers can explore incorporating performance art concepts into their work, creating new and exciting pieces that push boundaries.