The Wild, Wild West was not known for being the most female-friendly environment. Riquelle Pals adds some much-needed Girl Power to this editorial reinterpretation of a male-dominated time and place. Pals was joined by photographer Carlijn Jacobs, stylist Sheila Pinas and beauty expert Celine Bernaerts. Irene Haast and Michelle Pang served as the editorial's production directors.
Photographer Carlijn Jacobs remembers, "We were road tripping through dead valleys and created lots of chaos in all the little villages where we were shooting." That chaos lead to one angered property-owner threatening the team with a shotgun! While definitely scary, the altercation was pretty fitting for the editorial's Western theme.
Overall, Pals and the team shows us how the West was really won in this cheeky editorial shot exclusively for C-Heads.
Provocative Western Editorials
Riquelle Pals Shows Us How the West Was Won in This Editorial
Trend Themes
1. Female Empowerment - The editorial highlights the need for more female representation and empowerment in traditionally male-dominated industries and environments.
2. Redefining Gender Roles - The reinterpretation of the Wild West challenges traditional gender roles and provides an opportunity for industries to explore more inclusive narratives.
3. Adventurous Fashion Editorials - The use of road trips and unconventional shooting locations in the editorial presents an opportunity for fashion brands and publications to create more immersive and experiential content.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can take inspiration from the editorial's bold reinterpretation of traditional Western aesthetics.
2. Media and Entertainment - Media outlets and entertainment companies can explore more diverse and inclusive narratives, bridging the gap between traditional and modern storytelling.
3. Tourism and Travel - The editorial's use of road trips and exploration can inspire tourism and travel companies to create unique and adventurous experiences for their customers.