# Girl-Next-Door Glamformations Alexis Bledel Shakes Gilmour Girl for 'Post Grad' Image By Susan Read | Published 2009-08-04 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexis-bledel-graduates-from-gilmour-girl-to-gilmo References: [stylepantry](http://stylepantry.com/2009/08/04/alexis-bledel/#more-5010) In these Alexis Bledel modeling photos, the actress shoots from girl next door to glamazon. These Alexis Bledel modeling photos are just the beginning. She is [starring in the film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) Post Grad this month alongside stars Zach Gilford, Michael Keaton, and legend Carol Burnett. After playing a popular serial character for several years, these Alexis Bledel modeling photos should help to shake that old Rory character image ingrained in everyone’s mind. **Implications** - Tired of the bevy of dark styles coming out in contemporary society, consumers are looking for simpler designs. Products featuring a subtler aesthetic are appealing to those who desire a more [classic look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 - **Simpler Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products with a subtler aesthetic to appeal to consumers seeking a more classic look. - **Glamazon Transformation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create services that help individuals transition from a girl next door image to a more glamorous appearance. - **Image Reinvention:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Provide resources and tools for individuals looking to break free from their established character image. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce clothing lines that offer simpler designs and cater to consumers seeking a more classic look. - **Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new beauty services and products that help individuals transform their appearance from a girl next door to a glamorous style. - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer platforms and services that assist actors and celebrities in reinventing their public image. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Nostalgic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throwback-collection.md) - [Character-Driven Fashion Newsletters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-realgirl.md) - [Intergenerational Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25.md) - [Actress-Backed Handbag Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galleria-handbag.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Glitz-Inspired Haircare Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-gloss-campaign.md) - [80s-Style Actress-Approved Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-navy-active.md) - [2000s TV Series Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/21seeds-serving-summer-campaign.md)