Florian Van Bael stars in GQ Japan's sailor editorial feature that is captured by photographer Giampaolo Sgura's lens. 'A Sailor’s Life' graces the Asian publication's June 2015 issue and highlights designer menswear looks with a retro flair.
Styling for this exclusive is courtesy of Jacky Tam who dresses her top model muse in staples like striped tanks, anchor-printed knits and raw denim tops that are paired with campy scarf accessories.
GQ Japan's latest sailor editorial revives retro menswear styling and boasts pieces from J. Crew, Gucci and Polo Ralph Lauren among other names. The image series highlights the season's retro fashion fads and also nods to consumers' need for wardrobe staples that are both visually interesting and comfortable in their design.
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Florian Van Bael Fronts GQ Japan's Retro-Themed Editorial
Trend Themes
1. Retro Menswear Styling - Businesses can explore how to bring a vintage touch to their menswear collections while also offering comfortable and accessible items to consumers.
2. Anchor-printed Knits - Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of nautical-themed apparel, particularly by incorporating anchor prints into their knitwear pieces.
3. Campy Scarf Accessories - Opportunities exist for businesses to experiment with over-the-top scarf accessory designs that can add a unique and playful touch to a variety of outfit styles.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Menswear designers and retailers can take inspiration from GQ Japan's sailor editorial, with its retro styling and nautical theming, to create new standout collections for their customers.
2. Photography - Photographers can explore how retro-themed shoots like GQ Japan's sailor editorial can be used to create compelling imagery for fashion brands and other types of clients.
3. Retail - Retailers can consider offering a range of nautical-themed, retro-styled menswear options to customers to capitalize on this visual and fashion trend.