# Rock Legend Editorials The Purple Haze Image Set by Sylvia Gunde Merges Fashion with Music By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvia-gunde References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/fresh-faces/skinner-myers-sylvia-gunde/) & [sylviagphoto](http://sylviagphoto.com) Los Angeles based photographer Sylvia Gunde pays tribute to [Rock Legend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender) Jimi Hendrix and other [iconic guitarists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-editions) in her latest image series entitled 'Purple Haze'. Named after one of Hendrix's most popular hits, this studio-set editorial captures the late star's spirit and eccentric sense of style. Moreover, the series imitates the flair and of his talented counterparts who paved the way for [new guitar sounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-lineup). Bleu Model Management's Skinner Myers channels Hendrix, Chuck Berry and other top guitarists in an editorial that is outfitted by stylist Francis Kenneth Anunciacion. With a joint love of performing, the stylist and model aimed to merge their loves of fashion and music together in this image series that pays homage to famed guitar heroes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fashion-music Fusion:** The 'Purple Haze' image series by Sylvia Gunde merges fashion and music, creating potential for collaboration between the two industries. - **Tribute Editorials:** Photographers paying tribute to iconic figures like Jimi Hendrix through image series opens opportunities for nostalgic and creative brand collaborations. - **Guitarist Style Influence:** The 'Purple Haze' series imitates the fashion flair of iconic guitarists, presenting opportunities for fashion brands to tap into the influence of rock legends. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands and stylists can collaborate with musicians and photographers to create unique editorial content influenced by iconic rock legends. - **Music:** Music artists and labels can partner with fashion brands and photographers to showcase their musical style and merge it with fashion aesthetics. - **Photography:** Photographers can explore tribute editorials to renowned musicians, creating visually appealing content that showcases their skills and pays homage to legends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Legacy Artist-Themed T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-1.md) - [Iconic Vintage Electric Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender.md) - [Collaboration Fashion House Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-x-fender-stratocaster.md) - [Singer-Led Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pour-homme-and-neighborhood.md) - [Limited-Edition Nightclub Prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-54.md) - [Wild ’80s Rock Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/80s-rock-exhibit.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Limited-Edition Guitar Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-paul-standard-models.md)