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# Retro Glamour Girl Portraits
The Affair With The Past Design Scene Exclusive is 60s Inspired

By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-05-13 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affair-with-the-past
References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2014/05/affair-past-gustavo-chams.html) & [gustavochams](http://www.gustavochams.com)

Entitled 'Affair With The Past', Design Scene's latest editorial exclusive channels 60s inspired styling. The glamorous fashion story is captured by photographer Gustavo Chams' lens and features the stunning Emily Sousa.

The JOY Models face channels a [retro vixen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models) while posing in a wardrobe of sleek fashions and emerald-hued statement accessories. Emily is outfitted by fashion stylist Andre Puertas who hand-picks her [elegant and feminine fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity).

Enamel clutches, oversized emerald earrings and oxblood knitwear are some of the memorable styles that stand out in this chic image series. In addition to its retro fashions, the 'Affair With The Past' editorial for Design Scene features a range of [sultry makeup looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) courtesy of artists Marci Freita and Jessica Vigliar.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.3/10
- Popularity: 87% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Retro Styling:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate vintage-inspired designs and accessories into their collections.
- **Glamorous Fashion:** Opportunity for beauty and cosmetic brands to create products and looks inspired by 60s glamour.
- **Sultry Makeup:** Opportunity for makeup artists and beauty salons to offer retro-inspired makeup looks for clients.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create and market retro-inspired clothing and accessories.
- **Beauty and Cosmetics:** Opportunity for companies to develop products inspired by vintage glamour and retro makeup trends.
- **Makeup Artistry:** Opportunity for makeup artists to specialize in creating sultry 60s-inspired makeup looks for clients.

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