Digital Aging Editorials

Terry Richardson Takes Leighton Meester From 20 to 50 in Harper's Bazaar

Image retouching is often used to make aging stars look younger, so it’s only fair that for this September Harper’s Bazaar editorial, Terry Richardson took Leighton Meester from 20 to 50 with the same techniques.

In just four images, Terry Richardson uses the magic of makeup and photo manipulation to show Leighton Meester in her 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s. Check out the gallery above to see more images from the September 2009 Harper’s Bazaar shoot.

Digital-aging Photography
The application of aging effects through digital tools to create a futuristic representation of aging is a potential innovation opportunity for beauty and cosmetic companies.
Virtual-reality Makeup
Creating makeup styles and ideas for older consumers using digital technology and virtual reality could be a potential innovation for the beauty industry.
Age-inclusive Marketing
Marketing campaigns that celebrate all ages rather than making them invisible could be an opportunity for brands to create value and trust among older audiences.

Who This Affects Most

Beauty and Cosmetics Industry
The beauty and cosmetics industry can use digital tools to create makeup and beauty ideas for the aging population.
Fashion and Photography Industry
The fashion and photography industry can use digital aging photography to create new and unique editorial photo shoots for all ages.
Advertising and Marketing Industry
The advertising and marketing industry can create age-inclusive campaigns that promote the value of older demographics.
SCORE
4.4 out of 10
GENDER
10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 50%
Activity 73%
Freshness 8%

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