The Harper's Bazaar Arabia editorial titled A Lightness of Being showcases couture ways to wear cornrow styles. Model Smith Vanders sported the look with the help of hair expert Shindesu who separated tresses into six separate parts.
Stylist Katie Trotter dressed Vanders head to toe in striking, dainty apparel. Frilly light pink hats and flowing tassels were revealed in each one of photographer Wendelien Daan's images.
A consistent off-white and rose color palette furthered the highly feminine appeal of A Lightness of Being. Much like the title lets on, Trotter produced a series of ensembles ideal for light looks that suit springtime settings. When topped with lace-lined hats and sheer face coverings, Vanders also came across as both prim and proper.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Couture Cornrow Styles
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative ways to blend traditional cornrow styles with high-end fashion, creating unique and couture hair looks.
- Feminine Spring Apparel
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight and delicate clothing designs for springtime that incorporate frilly details and flowing tassels.
- Off-white and Rose Color Palette
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with off-white and rose color combinations in various industries, from interior design to beauty products, to create a highly feminine and elegant aesthetic.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with hairstylists, designers, and photographers to create couture cornrow styles and showcase them in high-fashion editorials.
- Beauty
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop beauty products and cosmetics inspired by the off-white and rose color palette to cater to consumers seeking a highly feminine and elegant aesthetic.
- Interior Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate the off-white and rose color palette into interior design, creating a soft and romantic atmosphere in residential and commercial spaces.
