# Tough Tomboy-Chic Captures The Ali Stephens for Elle US Photo Shoot is Gorgeous and Simple By Souzan Michael | Published 2012-01-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ali-stephens-for-elle-us References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/ali-stephens-bruno-staub-elle-us/) & [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2011/12/ali-stephens-elle.html) The fashion industry is largely about discovering new looks and experimenting with different styles, but sometimes, it’s nice to appreciate the classics, and that is exactly what the Ali Stephens for Elle US photo shoot does. The stunning 20-year-old model is featured in the shoot called ‘Teen Spirit’ wearing designs that are inspired by the [80s and 90s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection). Shot by photographer Bruno Staub and styled by Beth Fenton, Stephens wears pieces from some of the biggest fashion houses in the world. Although the outfits may seem simple and casual, they are definitely not the average teenager’s wardrobe choices. Stephens wears looks from [Marc by Marc Jacobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam), Chanel, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Fendi and many others in this [high school-based photo shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25). Check out the Ali Stephens for Elle US fashion editorial for a trip down memory lane. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Classic-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a fashion line that remixes iconic styles from past decades with a modern twist. - **Nostalgic Fashion Shoots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop photo shoots that evoke nostalgia by featuring models in styles reminiscent of specific time periods. - **High School Fashion Trends:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design a clothing line that captures the essence of high school fashion and offers a contemporary take on teenage wardrobe choices. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to incorporate classic-inspired fashion into mainstream collections and appeal to consumers seeking nostalgic styles. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with models and stylists to create photo shoots that tap into the public's yearning for nostalgic fashion and generate fresh visual content. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Curate a collection of clothing and accessories that capture the spirit of high school fashion, targeting nostalgic consumers looking for unique wardrobe choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Fall Basics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alyson-eastman.md) - [High School-Inspired Autumn Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erl-2.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Holiday Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tommy-hilfigers-2025.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Intergenerational Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25.md) - [Effortless Urban Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knys-fall-2025.md)