The A Train photo spread truly captures the gritty, glamorous and oh so eccentric vibe of the New York City subway system. Aside from the dark and dingy setting, model Raquel Zimmermann manages to portray all the eclectic characters one is bound to meet during a normal train ride in the Big Apple.
Shot by Steven Meisel for Vogue Italia’s November issue, the A Train magazine spread really chose a fantastic venue to show off stylist Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele's chops. Turning Zimmermann into a veritable chameleon, Dudzeele pulled extravagant pieces from fashion houses such as Alberta Ferretti, Salvatore Ferragamo, Bottega Veneta, Dior, Emporio Armani and others. Even though each look is as different as the next, the A Train spread pulls it all together beautifully. What a great concept for a fun shoot.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Gritty Glamour
- Opportunity for fashion brands to explore edgy and unconventional styles that capture the essence of underground culture.
- Eclectic Characters
- Potential for retailers to create diverse and inclusive collections that celebrate individuality and the unique personalities of customers.
- Fashionable Venue
- Restaurant and bar owners can consider collaborating with magazines or fashion brands to create stylish settings for their establishments.
Where This Applies
- Fashion
- Fashion houses can leverage underground aesthetics to create bold and daring collections that resonate with consumers.
- Retail
- Retailers can curate a range of fashion and accessories that cater to diverse personal styles and empower customers to express themselves.
- Hospitality
- Restaurants and bars have the opportunity to collaborate with fashion brands or publications to create visually captivating experiences for their customers.
