# Retro Domestic Housewife Pin-Ups '50's Calling' by Aleko Osenski Revisits a Romanticized Decade By Jason Soy | Published 2012-06-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aleko-osenski References: [cuded](http://www.cuded.com/2012/06/50s-calling/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/50s-calling/1817723) Aleko Osenski is a renowned fashion photographer based in Sofia, Bulgaria, and for ELLE Bulgaria’s August issue, he’s put together a series of images that are sure to make people’s jaws collectively drop. Titled ‘50’s Calling,’ Osenski and a crew of talented stylists, make-up artists and models capture a [sexy retro vibe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrova) while depicting domestic housewives as playful pin-ups. These stunning images are reason enough for scientists to invent time machines for people to revisit that [fashionable decade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warsaw-apartment-renovation). Aleko Osenski’s compositions are also notable for their [vibrant colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles), which coupled with the mesmerizing looks of the models equates to images that are the definition of “eye candy.” To get a true breadth of Aleko Osenski’s skills as a photographer, be sure to check out his eclectic portfolio, featuring shoots for various well-known fashion publications. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Fashion Photography:** The rise of retro fashion photography presents an opportunity for photographers to tap into the nostalgia of past decades and create visually captivating images. - **Playful Pin-up Imagery:** The resurgence of playful pin-up imagery offers a chance for artists to reimagine traditional stereotypes and celebrate female empowerment. - **Vibrant Color Aesthetics:** The popularity of vibrant color aesthetics in fashion photography opens the door for photographers to experiment with bold and eye-catching visuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Photography:** The fashion photography industry can embrace the trend of retro-inspired photography to create visually striking and nostalgic campaigns. - **Magazine Publishing:** Magazine publishers can incorporate playful pin-up imagery into their editorials to attract a wider audience and create a sense of nostalgia. - **Fashion Styling:** Fashion stylists can explore the use of vibrant colors in their creations to add a fresh and eye-catching element to their work. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Doll-Themed Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-film-camera.md) - [Elevated Design-Forward Pink Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-villa1.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Vintage Photo Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrova.md) - [Vintage Camera Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikons-vintage-popup-diner.md) - [Luxuriously Artistic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/child-studio1.md) - [50s-Inspired Renovated Basements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundry-ducker1.md) - [Old-Fashioned Espresso Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-modern-espresso-machine.md)