Alessio Pozzi channels a snake charmer in 'Ophiuchus,' an editorial that is captured for F****** Young! Online's 'ZODIAC' issue. The publication's Spring/Summer 2015 installment is lensed by photographer Saverio Cardia and boasts wardrobe styling by Lucio Colapietro.
Colapietro works alongside fashion editorLuca Imbimbo and dresses this shoot's star in pieces from Givenchy, Thom Browne and Damir Doma among other names. The model also pulls off accessories by Saint Laurent and poses with slithering co-stars that he holds effortlessly.
Showcasing no fear, model Alessio truly takes on the role of snake charmer in this exotic editorial. The model sports structured coats, bomber jackets and printed pants in the series while holding up a range of differently sized reptiles.
Image Credit: Saverio Cardia
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Exotic Editorials
- Opportunity for fashion brands to create edgy and attention-grabbing editorial shoots featuring unconventional elements like snakes and other exotic animals.
- Animal-inspired Wardrobe
- Fashion designers can incorporate animal prints, textures, and motifs into their collections, inspired by the use of snakes in this editorial to add a bold and fierce touch to their designs.
- Fearless Models
- Modeling agencies and brands can seek out models who are comfortable with unusual and potentially dangerous situations, offering opportunities for unique and captivating campaigns.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can leverage the trend of using unconventional elements like snakes in editorials to create unique and eye-catching campaigns.
- Photography
- Photographers can explore the use of unexpected props and settings, such as snakes, to create visually striking and memorable images.
- Modeling
- Modeling agencies can promote models who have a fearless attitude and are open to working with unconventional elements, attracting attention from brands looking for unique and captivating faces.
