# Sensual Glamor Shots Peter Nguyen's Portrait Photography Has a Retro Look By Meghan Young | Published 2011-07-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-nguyen References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/peter-nguyen.html) & [500px](http://500px.com/peter_n) Peter Nguyen’s photography portfolio may seem a little outdated, but I think that is the charm behind his talent and skills. Considering that many photographers are often inspired by past eras and generations, it is rather appropriate that this [glamor shot technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-54) is making its way back into the limelight. Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Peter Nguyen injects a bit of sensuality into his [portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits), focusing on the strong sexuality that is ever present in modern women. Yet by using soft, spotlit lighting and an often hazy finish, Peter Nguyen really gives his images a [vintage feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pgytech-retrova). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Retro Glamor Photography:** Opportunity to revive old-school glamour photography techniques and apply modern elements to make it more relatable and relevant to a new audience. - **Nostalgic Aesthetic:** The popularity of vintage-inspired photography signifies a desire for nostalgia and escapism, which can be harnessed across various industries for product design and marketing campaigns. - **Emphasis on Female Agency:** As more photographers celebrate and empower women in their work, there is a chance to disrupt the traditional male gaze and cater to the growing demand for female-led and inclusive representation in media. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate retro glamor photography into brand campaigns and creative direction to appeal to a nostalgic and diverse audience. - **Beauty:** The vintage aesthetic and focus on sensuality can be applied to beauty campaigns and product packaging, disrupting the traditional standard of beauty in advertising and offering more inclusive representations. - **Entertainment:** Retro glamor photography can be used for film and TV productions, music album covers, and other forms of media to create a distinctive and captivating aesthetic that engages audiences and differentiates the product or brand from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Portrait Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-portrait-studio.md) - [AI-Powered Portrait Studio Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraius.md) - [70s Italian Glamour-Themed Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youth-lab.md) - [Professional AI Photo Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/business-portrait-ai.md) - [Vintage Photo Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrova.md) - [AI-Generated Self-Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persona-ai.md) - [Vintage Photo Camera Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moodcamera.md) - [AI Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portraitify-ai-portrait-studio.md) - [AI Portrait Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remind-ai1.md)