# Modern Fairy Tale Fashion Actress Lily James Channels Cinderella for Saks Fifth Avenue’s Magalog By Meghan Young | Published 2015-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lily-james References: [fashiongonerogue](http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/lily-james-wears-fairy-tale-fashions-for-saks/) & [saksfifthavenue](http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/) Lily James is a British actress that may have been known for her role on 'Downton Abbey,' but is now making headlines as Cinderella. Starring in the live action [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1) movie, she channels the princess for the spring 2015 cover story of Saks Fifth Avenue’s magalog. Of course, Lily James puts a modern twist on these looks, which is what women will want to emulate. Posing in studio for photographer Nick Dorey, Lily James was outfitted in a range of [feminine and spring-ready looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom) by stylist Jack Borkett. He pulled pieces from the likes of Chloe, Alberta Ferretti and Dolce & Gabbana. Lily James' wardrobe is full of [prints, textures and pastels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lilly-reserve-collection), which is great for warmer weather. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 5% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fairy Tale-inspired Fashion:** There is an opportunity for fashion brands to create clothing lines inspired by fairy tale characters and reinterpret them for a modern audience. - **Sustainable Fairy Tale Fashion:** Sustainable and ethical fashion brands can tap into the fairy tale trend by promoting eco-friendly materials and production methods. - **Virtual Fairy Tale Wardrobe:** Virtual reality and augmented reality can be incorporated into fashion retail to allow customers to try on and purchase fairy tale-inspired clothing without leaving home. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the popularity of fairy tale-inspired clothing and accessories. - **Film and Entertainment:** Film and TV producers can incorporate more modern versions of fairy tale characters to inspire fashion and style trends. - **Technology:** Fashion and technology companies can collaborate to create innovative virtual reality and augmented reality experiences for customers to try on and buy clothing inspired by fairy tales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Holiday Gown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nana-jacqueline.md) - [Comfortably Chic Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-muse.md) - [Feminine Spring Apparel Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/femininity-in-bloom.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Doll-Themed Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barbie-movie.md)