Beach Martial Arts Ads

Daria Strikes a Pose for Matthew Williamson H&M Summer ‘09

In addition to her stint in the acid-trip commercial, Daria Werbowy stars in the Matthew Williamson For H&M Summer 2009 print ad campaign.

Daria was captured by acclaimed photographer Solve Sundsbo while she modeled the colorful Matthew Williamson For H&M pieces on a beautiful beach.

Hit the above gallery for the ads and for images of Daria with Matthew Williamson at the collection's launch party.

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Implications - This campaign stands out from other H&M ads, as it puts the clothes into a storytelling context. The gorgeous settings compliment both the colorful clothes and Daria's unusual posing.

Storytelling Advertising
Opportunity for brands to create campaigns that put products into a storytelling context.
Unconventional Posing
Innovative approach for models to strike unusual poses to capture attention and stand out in ad campaigns.
Celebrity Collaborations
Trend of fashion brands partnering with celebrities to create limited-edition collections and increase brand awareness.

Where This Applies

Fashion & Retail
Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate storytelling elements in their advertising to engage customers on a deeper level.
Photography
Growing demand for photographers who specialize in capturing unconventional and attention-grabbing poses for ad campaigns.
Celebrity Endorsements
Marketing opportunity for celebrities to collaborate with brands and create exclusive collections to expand their personal brand and reach.
SCORE
3.5 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 68%
Activity 29%
Freshness 8%