The L'Officiel Paris Shine Bright editorial is currently on display within the magazine's April 2013 issue. Model Alyona Subbotina is displayed while clad a series of grey colors only, adding to the solemn mood that abounded these Takay-taken images.
Takay executed this high fashion photography series alongside stylist June Nakamoto. Nakamoto matched the grey theme of Shine Bright with gilded crop dresses, dark leather pants, white couture tops and bright silver button up shirts. While these pieces were quite muted in tone, this did not keep them from standing out. Readers of this edition of L'Officiel Paris will nonetheless be drawn into the production as it features an assortment of bright sparkles and layered gold gems.
Gilded Grayscale Editorials
The L'Officiel Paris Shine Bright Photoshoot Shows Shimmering Fabrics
Trend Themes
1. Gilded Grayscale Fashion - Designers can explore creating futuristic collections using grey tones and gilded embellishments to create an engaging fashion trend.
2. Sparkling Minimalism - There is opportunity for jewelry-makers to create simple, yet elegant pieces featuring gold and silver gems alongside neutral tones that would align with this modern jewelry trend.
3. Dark Shimmer Editorials - Photographers can experiment with dramatic lighting and bold choices in styling, incorporating a mix of dark fabrics and shimmering accessories to create captivating editorial trends.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers can take advantage of the trend by experimenting with grayscale tones, gilded accents, and must-have accessories that will help develop futuristic collections.
2. Jewelry - Jewelry makers can align with the trend by creating pieces that feature neutral tones alongside gold and silver accents that capture the elegant simplicity of this emerging jewelry trend.
3. Photography - Photographers can tap into the trend by creating editorials that feature a mix of dark fabrics and sparkling accessories that play with light and shadow to create dramatic, yet captivating compositions.