# Photoshopped Pop Culture Attire This Statement Sweater from Shelfies Features Lana and Marylin By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/printed-statement-sweater References: [shelfies](http://shelfies.com/collections/sweaters/products/marilyn-and-lana-sweater) & [shelfies](http://shelfies.com/collections/sweaters?page=2) This printed statement sweater from Shelfies celebrates [pop culture icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-1) from different periods in history. The 'Marilyn and Lana' sweater is adorned with a black-and-white image of the stars who are photoshopped to look as if they are standing side-by-side in the photograph. Marilyn Monroe's [white swimsuit print](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty) is an iconic image that has been referenced by countless stars including Lana Del Ray herself, who took a similar photo during the release of her debut album. Fusing the images together, Shelfies' 'Marilyn and Lana' statement sweater celebrates two icons that wouldn't have crossed paths otherwise. The image pays tribute to screen siren Monroe who is known for her glamorous persona while also showing love for sultry musician Lana, who is a fan of the late starlet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop Culture Fashion:** The merging of pop culture icons in fashion, such as Shelfies' 'Marilyn and Lana' statement sweater, offers an opportunity to create unique and eye-catching apparel. - **Photoshopped Apparel:** Photoshopping iconic images onto apparel, like the black-and-white image of Marilyn Monroe and Lana Del Ray on Shelfies' sweater, creates a distinctive and personalized piece of clothing. - **Icon Mashup Merchandise:** The creation of merchandise, such as the 'Marilyn and Lana' sweater, that merges different icons offers a disruptive opportunity to attract a diverse customer base. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can potentially benefit from pop culture collaborations, like the 'Marilyn and Lana' sweater, by creating unique and sought-after merchandise. - **Graphic Design Industry:** Innovative graphic design techniques, like photoshopping iconic images onto clothing or accessories, present opportunities to create one-of-a-kind pieces that appeal to consumers. - **Merchandising Industry:** The production of merchandise that merges different icons, like the 'Marilyn and Lana' sweater by Shelfies, has the potential to disrupt the merchandising industry by creating unique and in-demand products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artist-Inspired Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lee-x-basquiat.md) - [Iconic Singer-Starring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-and-diana-ross.md) - [Fashion-Forward Tennis Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-activewear.md) - [Legacy Artist-Themed T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-1.md) - [Charitable Clothing Relaunches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-atlantic-sweater.md) - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Playfully Nostalgic Pink Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-couture-x-madhappy.md) - [Retro Tech Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-holiday-sweater.md) - [Voting-Themed Fashion Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youve-got-the-power.md)