Drawing inspiration from past decades, this androgynous model shoot is lensed for the pages of Commons and Sense Man. The publication is known for its captivating editorials like this exclusive that features Thomas Cooksey's photography.
Cosme Carellas is this editorial's androgynous model star and channels a 70s gent in this raw and candid story. The model is outfitted by wardrobe stylist Harry Lambert and poses in a wardrobe of leather varsity jackets, trench coats and denim pieces that are an homage to another time.
His fashions are all sourced from legendary Italian label Prada and are a modern translation of menswear looks that reigned in the 70s. In the shoot, model Cosme pulls off mascara and subtle makeup and blurs gender lines with his distinctive look.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Gender-fluid Fashion
- Opportunity for fashion brands to create androgynous collections that blur traditional gender lines and appeal to a diverse audience.
- Retro-inspired Photography
- Photographers can explore past decades for inspiration, creating visually captivating editorials that evoke nostalgia and intrigue.
- Inclusive Modeling
- Fashion industry can embrace more diverse and androgynous models, representing a wider range of gender identities and challenging traditional beauty standards.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- Industry can reimagine traditional menswear and womenswear, merging styles to create gender-neutral fashion lines.
- Photography
- Photography industry can explore retro aesthetics and androgynous subjects to create visually striking and thought-provoking imagery.
- Beauty
- Beauty brands can develop inclusive makeup lines that cater to individuals who seek to express themselves beyond binary gender norms.
