# Crystalized Catwalker Art The V Magazine Naomi Campbell Swarovski Artwork By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-05-05 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/V-Magazine-Naomi-Campbel References: [fashionindie](http://fashionindie.com/spread-happy-birthday-naomi-for-v-magazine-issue-65/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [vmagazine](http://www.vmagazine.com/) The V Magazine Naomi [Campbell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campbells-paintings) spread features photographer and artist Mickalene Thomas carrying out a reincarnation of the supermodel in adorning her portrait in luxurious [Swarovski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller) crystals. Thomas first snaps the photographs and then true to his former work, he embellishes them in a style evocative of 1970s Blaxploitation. The shoot in V Magazine's V65 is dubbed “Happy Birthday, Naomi” to celebrate the Campbell's upcoming fortieth birthday in May. The issue hits newsstands May 11th. **Implications** - Pop art illustrations continue to be a highly eye-catching way to produce artwork and other visual displays. While Andy Warhol may be one famous artist behind pop art illustrations, companies shouldn't shy away from attempting to use such displays in their own ways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Crystal Art:** Companies can explore incorporating Swarovski crystals as a high-end embellishment in their artwork and visual displays. - **Pop Art Revival:** There is potential for businesses to create eye-catching and nostalgic artwork and visuals inspired by the 1970s Blaxploitation genre. - **Celebrity-themed Art:** The use of famous figures as models for artistic creations can generate buzz and interest in the final product. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Visual Arts:** Art galleries and museums can incorporate luxury crystal embellishments into their exhibitions to add a touch of glamour and attract more visitors. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can use Swarovski crystals as a premium embellishment in their clothing and accessory designs to create high-end luxury products. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Companies can integrate celebrity-themed artwork and visuals into their ad campaigns and promotional materials to generate interest and increase brand recognition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Supermodel-Backed Automotive Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-dare-to-be-you.md) - [Bedazzled Sequin Luxe Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystique-allure.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Iconic Shoe Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amina-muaddis-fallwinter-2023.md) - [Graphic Fashion Animation Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflat-animation.md) - [Whimsical Artist-Designed Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artycapucines-vii.md) - [Bold Graffiti Printed Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stephen-sprouse.md) - [Artist-Collaborative Luxury Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-and-murakami.md)