# Clashing Neon Editorials The Alan Zimmer Spread for Cover Magazine is Bright & Retro By Carly Foy | Published 2011-04-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alana-zimmer References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/alana-zimmer-hasse-nielsen-cover-magazine-april-2011/#more-50649) & [cover.dk](http://www.cover.dk/) For the Cover Magazine April 2011 editorial, bronzed beauty Alana Zimmer poses in colorful and unique ensembles. The photo series, which seems to be a throwback to the 90s, features Alana Zimmer wearing [large platform shoes with colorful laces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnei-x-camper-pelotissima-collection). The striped prints featured are super busy, but unique in regards to the intended clashing. The palette is mostly dark with a lot of neon accents. The color-blocked fashion silhouettes are definitely on par with the upcoming summer looks, with crop tees, high-waisted trousers, tights and body suits. Along with a studded black biker jacket, Alana Zimmer's editorial is effortlessly chic and the perfect reinvention of bold prints, [neon colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack) and 90s silhouettes. The Cover Magazine April 2011 spread is a perfect alternative look for the summer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Colorful Fashion:** The trend of bold, clashing colors in fashion presents opportunities for brands to create unique and eye-catching designs. - **Retro Revival:** The resurgence of 90s silhouettes and styles offers a chance for businesses to tap into nostalgia by modernizing retro fashion. - **Alternative Summer Looks:** The popularity of alternative summer fashion, such as crop tees, high-waisted trousers, and body suits, provides an opening for companies to cater to this market. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace the trend of colorful and retro-inspired designs to attract fashion-forward consumers. - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can capitalize on the popularity of alternative summer looks by creating collections that cater to this style. - **Retail:** Retailers can leverage the demand for colorful and unique fashion pieces by curating collections that feature clashing prints and neon accents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Fashion Collaborative Sneaker Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-and-adidas-1.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Vibrantly Bold Wallpaper Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otto-studio.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Avant-Garde Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-la-anthony.md)