# Surf-Side Spreads Elle March 2010 Shows Beach Chic in ‘A Place in the Sun' By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-02-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle-march-2010 References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/2010/02/elle-us-march-10-shannan-click-by-laurie-bartley/) & [elle](http://www.elle.com/) Summer is approaching fast and every woman is getting that [bathingsuit body](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaping-swimwear) back in shape, so it's no surprise the Elle March 2010 issue is showing hot surf-side fashion in its latest editorial, ‘A Place in the Sun.’ Who better to show off the latest [beach attire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection) than California native and blond model Shannan Click who sports simple and casual pieces for your days on the sand? The Elle March 2010 spread features loose tank dresses, [gladiator sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exclusive-tory-burch-capsule) and plenty of bangles to complete the look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Surf-side Fashion:** Discover disruptive innovation opportunities in the beachwear industry by focusing on surf-inspired fashion trends. - **Casual Chic:** Explore how casual and comfortable clothing pieces can be combined with fashion-forward accessories for a stylish beach look. - **Minimalist Accessories:** Embrace the trend of wearing simple yet statement-making accessories like bangles and gladiator sandals for a beach-ready ensemble. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can tap into the surf-side fashion trend to create specialized beachwear collections that cater to consumers' desire for stylish and functional clothing. - **Accessory Design:** Designers can focus on creating minimalist accessories like bangles and gladiator sandals that complement the casual and effortless aesthetic of surf-side fashion. - **Fashion Publications:** Fashion magazines can feature editorial spreads that showcase casual, beach-inspired fashion to inspire readers and promote the latest trends in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Sun-Soaked Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection.md) - [Coastal-Inspired Activewear Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-actives-new-drop.md) - [Summery Bikini Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-spring-2024.md) - [Dreamy Summer Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangls-mirage-drop.md) - [Coastal-Inspired Activewear Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-sail.md) - [Stylish Beach-Ready Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-swim-collection.md) - [Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-sol-collection.md)