# Teens in Thigh Highs Miley Cyrus Looks All Grown Up in August 2009 Issue of Elle By Bianca | Published 2009-07-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-august-2009-elle References: [elle](http://www.elle.com/Entertainment/Miley-Cryus-Photos) & [elle](http://www.elle.com/Entertainment/Cover-Shoots/Miley-Cyrus) Yes, you read right: this IS Miley Cyrus in the August issue of Elle Magazine. No longer exuding the teen innocence that made her famous as Hanna Montana, Miley Cyrus is proving she’s ready to graduate to a more adult role. Rocking [black thigh highs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/destroyed-tights) and a tasseled, [bejeweled mini dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throwback-collection), Miley Cyrus, 16, posed for a photoshoot in the August 2009 issue of Elle Magazine. Pick up the August issue when it hits stands to read more about Miley Cyrus’ [clothing line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-capsule) with Max Azria for Wal-Mart and the difficulties teen stardom. Of course, we’re hoping for more sexy pictures of Miley Cyrus too. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Teenage Fashion:** The trend of provocative teenage fashion pushes the boundaries of traditional clothing and can be an opportunity for retailers to capitalize on this evolving trend. - **Adultification of Entertainment:** Young celebrities and public figures, such as Miley Cyrus, transitioning into adult roles demonstrates the shift of the entertainment industry towards more mature content. - **Celebrity Endorsements:** Celebrity partnerships, such as Miley Cyrus' clothing line with Max Azria for Wal-Mart, could continue to be a lucrative business strategy for retailers looking to connect with their target demographic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can benefit from the provocative teenage fashion trend by incorporating similar styles into their clothing lines to appeal to younger demographics. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry may need to adapt to the growing demand for more mature content, as demonstrated by young celebrities like Miley Cyrus. - **Retail:** Retailers can use celebrity endorsements and partnerships to increase sales and connect with their target demographic, such as Miley Cyrus' clothing line with Max Azria for Wal-Mart. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Actress-Starring Clog Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcm-x-crocs-campaign.md) - [Comfortably Chic Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-muse.md) - [Celebrity Pride Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-hippie-partnership.md) - [Spooky Back-to-School Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keds-x-monster-high.md) - [Rapper-Backed Swimwear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-girl-summer.md) - [Cheeky Celebrity Denim Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sydney-sweeney-1.md) - [Elevated Luxury Tights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-luxury-tights.md) - [Tween Athletic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonwing.md) - [Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peachy-dens-sweet-cheeks.md)