Time magazine has named President elect Barack Obama their ‘Person of the Year’ for 2008. Back in 1980 when he was a freshman at Occidental College in Los Angeles, a fresh photographer named Lisa Jack snapped these cool, laid-back images.
The pres-to-be sure rocks a Panama hat. Guess what’s going to be a hip fashion trend in 2009?
The shoot was done in black and white and captures a relaxed, fun-loving Obama. Jack says, "You can see he is just posing, initially, but as the shoot goes on, he starts to come out. He was very charismatic even then," according to TIME.
Pre-Presidential Coolness
Time Gives Us A Peek at Obama In ‘The College Years'
Trend Themes
1. Panama Hat Fashion Trend - Opportunity for fashion brands to capitalize on the popularity of Panama hats inspired by Barack Obama's cool and laid-back style.
2. Black and White Photography - Potential for photographers and visual artists to explore the aesthetic of black and white photography influenced by the timeless quality of Obama's college year images.
3. Charismatic Personal Branding - Chance for personal branding experts to help individuals cultivate their charismatic image following Obama's example of being charismatic even during his college days.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can leverage the popularity of Panama hats inspired by Barack Obama's style.
2. Photography - Photography industry can explore the aesthetic of black and white photography influenced by Obama's college year images.
3. Personal Branding - Personal branding industry can assist individuals in developing a charismatic personal brand following Obama's example.