# Retro Lingerie Editorials This C-Heads Editorial Exposes the Underworld of 50s-Style Eroticism By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-11-24 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-lingerie References: [c-heads](http://www.c-heads.com/2014/11/22/emma-penelope-by-alk-for-c-heads/) & [alandk](http://alandk.com/) This [retro lingerie editorial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hendon-heritage), photographed by ALK&K, explores Prohibition-era sexuality. The late 50's did not, by any means, offer the freedom of sexual expression. By virtue of it being such a taboo subject, sexuality was mysterious, something left unexplored; it was relegated to a dark, smoky underbelly. This editorial parts "the [secretive red curtain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren)," revealing that underbelly and featuring two retro-styled women brave enough to explore their own bodies and erotic impulses. The girls sprawl out over a leather burgundy couch, dressed in webbed garter belts, suspenders, stilettos and high-waisted panties. The team consisted of models Emma Atkins and Penelope Simpson, stylist Joseph Crone, makeup artist Khandiz and hair stylist Atsushi, who came together to perfect this "outlawed" aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Prohibition-era Aesthetics:** Opportunity for businesses to incorporate retro and outlawed aesthetics into their products and marketing strategies. - **Exploration of Eroticism:** Businesses can develop innovative products or services that encourage exploration and empowerment of erotic impulses. - **Retro Lingerie Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating modern interpretations of retro lingerie styles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the growing interest in retro lingerie styles and Prohibition-era aesthetics. - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetic companies can explore the creation of makeup looks that evoke the mystique and allure of the 50s underground culture. - **Photography:** Photographers can offer retro-themed photoshoots that capture the intrigue and nostalgia of Prohibition-era sexuality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Naughty Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesels-xxxmas.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Office-Themed Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-desking.md) - [Vibrant Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorette-springsummer-collection.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Liberating Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhilyova.md) - [Romantic Kitschy Lingerie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/for-love-and-lemons-1.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md)