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# 80s Beachside Editorials
Elle France's Splash Dance Cover Story Embraces Neon Swimwear Staples

By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-03 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cover-story
References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2014/06/hana-jirickova-elle-france-hans-feurer.html) & [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net)

Top model Hana Jirickova stars in the "Splash Dance" cover story for Elle France's latest issue. The blonde beauty is captured beachside while posing in a wardrobe of 80s inspired swimwear staples.

Hana is lensed by fashion photographer Hans Feurer who works alongside the photoshoot's stylist Hortense Manga. The stylist dresses his model muse in [body-hugging one-pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle-swimwear) that have been layered atop [neon bikini tops and bottoms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangls-mirage-drop).

A play on 80s film classic "Flash Dance", the Elle France "Splash Dance" cover story marries the era's spandex aerobic attire with [retro swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club) that is making a major comeback. Hair stylist Ward Stegerhoek creates Hana's chopped and beachy bob while makeup artist Itsuki gives the model a fresh-faced and bronzed look that is ready for summer.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.7/10
- Popularity: 87% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Retro Swimwear:** The resurgence of retro swimwear inspired by the 80s presents an opportunity for fashion brands to capitalize on nostalgic fashion trends.
- **Neon Fashion:** The use of neon colors in fashion, particularly swimwear, is gaining popularity, providing an opening for designers to incorporate vibrant hues into their collections.
- **Nostalgic Styling:** The 80s fashion trend is being embraced by fashion editorials and photo shoots, creating an opportunity for stylists to showcase their skills in creating nostalgic looks.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of retro swimwear and neon fashion to create new product lines and attract customers with a love for nostalgic clothing.
- **Beauty:** With the popularity of retro swimwear, the beauty industry can offer complementary products and services, such as makeup and hairstyling tutorials, to help customers achieve the desired 80s-inspired look.
- **Photography:** The demand for nostalgic styling and 80s-inspired fashion photoshoots presents an opportunity for photographers to specialize in capturing these unique aesthetics.

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