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# Vintage Floral Fashion Covers
Diane Kruger Graces the Cover of the Flare April 2013 Issue

By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-03-12 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flare-april-2013
References: [cocosteaparty](http://cocosteaparty.com/2013/03/diane-kruger-flare-april-2013-cover.html) & [flare](http://www.flare.com/tag/diane-kruger/)

The Flare April 2013 issue features stunning actress Diane Kruger in a retro-inspired shoot. The cover is soft, feminine and a vintage-laden delight. Kruger has an old-world air to her and often is cast in roles playing women from different eras. She has a versatile look and delicate features.

Kruger was styled in a stunning [vintage-inspired Bottega Veneta tea dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry) finished in a lovely [pink floral pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-of-yves-saint-laurent). The fabulous frock is paired with a boxy top handle purse and dainty beige pointed stilettos. The dress and soft hued accessories mimic the coloration of the typography and background of the cover. The issue is glossy and plays into the whimsy of [retro fashion, styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-and-den) and the roles of women.

The Flare April 2013 issue starring Diane Kruger is a gorgeous retro cover with flair.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.7/10
- Popularity: 8% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Vintage-inspired Fashion:** There is a growing trend towards vintage-inspired fashion that is feminine and delicate.
- **Whimsical Styling:** Magazines are incorporating whimsical and playful styling in their cover shoots.
- **Versatile Look:** Actresses with versatile looks who can embody different eras are becoming more sought-after.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to create new fashion lines that emulate the soft and feminine aesthetics of vintage fashion.
- **Magazines:** Magazines have an opportunity to explore playful and whimsical styling, paying homage to vintage covers while adding a modern twist.
- **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry has an opportunity to showcase actresses with versatile looks in a wider range of roles, catering to an audience seeking diversity and representation.

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