More often than not, people are only exposed to the finished products of a fashion designer's seasonal vision; 'The Fashionable Selby' is a book that hopes to change that, if only for one instance in time. It is comprised of workspace portraits, often with the creative in frame, that give a fuller context to what goes into the clothing that make it to the runway or even into a local department store.
Put together by Todd Selby, a photographer and writer based in New York City, 'The Fashionable Selby' is the third and latest of his publications. Following 'The Selby is in Your Place' and 'Edible Selby,' the candid images are accompanied by interviews Isabel Marant, Dries van Noten and more.
Designer Workspace Portraits
'The Fashionable Selby' Captures Fashion Creatives in Their Element
Trend Themes
1. Workspace Portraits - Opportunity to showcase the behind-the-scenes work of designers and bring transparency to the fashion industry.
2. Creative Context - Providing a fuller understanding of the creative process behind fashion design, allowing for greater appreciation and engagement with the final products.
3. Candid Images - Capturing unguarded moments of fashion creatives in their workspace, fostering authenticity and human connection in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can leverage the trend of workspace portraits to showcase the creative process behind their designs, building trust and connection with consumers.
2. Photography - Photographers can explore the opportunity of capturing candid images in workspaces to document and celebrate the behind-the-scenes work of various industries, not limited to fashion.
3. Publishing - Publishers can tap into the demand for books like 'The Fashionable Selby' that provide an inside look into different creative industries, attracting a niche audience interested in the process behind the final products.