There have been a number of cartoon and other pop culture character transformations popping up on the World Wide Web, yet Instagram user Queen of Luna has taken it to the next level by cleverly incorporating her own culture into the makeovers. A playful twist on hijab fashion, she incoporates this article of clothing in creative ways to full embrace the personas she takes on.
Whether that is through a particular hairstyle (see Tinkerbell) or mask (see Batman), Queen of Luna manages to incorporate her hijab in delightful and unexpected ways. It is this appropriation of her culture and identity in such an internationally recognizable undertaking that will speak to many and perhaps inspire others to do something similar.
Clever Hijab Makeovers
Instagrammer Queen of Luna Transforms into Pop Culture Characters
Trend Themes
1. Cultural Costume Makeovers - The trend of incorporating one's own culture into pop culture makeovers in creative and unexpected ways.
2. Playful Hijab Fashion - The trend of using hijab as a playful and creative accessory to enhance pop culture character costumes.
3. Social Media Transformations - The trend of transforming into pop culture characters for social media content to increase engagement and followers.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can take advantage of this trend by designing new hijab styles that are versatile and can be used to incorporate into different costume characters.
2. Social Media Industry - Social media platforms can leverage this trend by promoting creative transformative content that embraces cultural identity.
3. Cosplay Industry - The cosplay industry can benefit from this trend by incorporating hijab into costume designs, creating more inclusive and diverse cosplay options.