# Steamy Sprawled Couple Editorials The Kate Upton August 2011 GQ Spread is Seductive and Fun By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-07-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-upton-august-2011-gq References: [touchpuppet](http://www.touchpuppet.com/2011/07/17/kate-upton-for-gq-magazine-august-2011/) & [kate-upton](http://www.kate-upton.com/2011/07/16/kate-upton-august-2011-gq-magazine-scans/?pid=964&pageid=380) The Kate Upton August 2011 GQ is sexy, steamy and all kinds of seductive. Featured alongside a strikingly handsome male model, the duo maintain the kind of chemistry only to be found in a lab. Upton is already a hot topic in the modeling world, and this kind of passion would have any reader believing they are a real couple and wishing they were the one being seduced by the [blonde bombshell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/o-positiv-health). F rom the [beach to the bedroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-heat-collection), the shoot is staged and styled in a way that tells a story. But don't think the shoot is all sex and sun! The editorial features actor and comedian Ken Jeong, of 'Hangover' fame, hanging off the side of the couple's bed. A strange choice that is slightly misfitting, but will surely attract viewers to the shoot. **Implications** - Art and photography infused with [sexual imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwcurated) generates public buzz -- and this buzz sells. In addition to this, photos that feature high profile actors and models in risqué settings further this buzz. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sexual Imagery in Art and Photography:** Opportunity for artists and photographers to create provocative content that generates public buzz and drives sales. - **High Profile Collaborations:** The trend of featuring popular actors and models in risqué settings creates a unique marketing opportunity to attract viewers and increase brand visibility. - **Storytelling Through Editorial Photography:** Artistic storytelling in editorial photography presents an opportunity for photographers to captivate audiences and create engaging visual narratives. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Artists can explore the use of sexual imagery to create provocative and attention-grabbing artworks that appeal to a wide audience. - **Photography:** Photographers can collaborate with high profile actors and models to create visually striking images that attract attention and promote their work. - **Publishing and Media:** Magazines and online platforms can leverage storytelling through editorial photography to enhance reader engagement and drive website traffic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Naughty Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesels-xxxmas.md) - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Office-Themed Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-desking.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Modern Wedding-Inspired Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-shop-campaign.md) - [Limited-Edition Erotica Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-stories.md) - [Leak-Proof Intimate Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knix-2.md)