# Bo Derek Braids Tiny Plaits Make a Comeback in Krasimir Marchev Photo Shoot By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krasimir-marchev References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/M-U_09_/200161) In 1979, Bo Derek rocked [platinum blonde cornrow braids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oribe-partners-with-thandiwe) and is credited with launching this look on women who were not of African-American descent. We see these [tiny plaits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textured-clipin-hair) come back in Krasimir Marchev's 'M-U.09' photo shoot. Krasimir Marchev's model rocks some seriously futuristic fashion, including an [oversized corset](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nipple-pushup-bra) with so many laces that it reminds me of football pads, knee-high shiny shin guards underneath ankle boots and a feathered headdress to which the infamous braids are attached. Amazing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cornrow Braids:** There are opportunities to create modern designs utilizing non-traditional color combinations. - **Futuristic Fashion:** Incorporating braids into futuristic fashion can create unique and avant-garde looks. - **Mixed-cultural Beauty Trends:** Combining elements from different cultural traditions to create unique and diverse looks will continue to be a growing trend. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** There are opportunities for fashion designers to incorporate braids and other cultural elements into their collections. - **Beauty:** There are opportunities for beauty brands and salons to offer braiding services and to promote diversity and inclusivity in their marketing. - **Photography:** There are opportunities for photographers to showcase and create unique looks incorporating braids and other cultural elements in their work. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Musician-Backed Styling Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/da-brat.md) - [Coily Haired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixie-puff-doll-collection.md) - [Artistic African Culture Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patewo-chair.md) - [Crochet Bikini Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coverups-and-swimwear.md) - [Sporty Wig Adhesives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonder-lace-bond-sport-edition.md) - [Black Gaming Hairstyles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/code-my-crown.md) - [Hair Diversity Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-campaign.md) - [Hi-Tech Breast-Supporting Sports Bras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/techfit-control-bra.md) - [Athlete Hair Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athlete-hair-campaigns-schwarzkopf-professionals-up-your-hair-game-celebrat.md)