# Subdued Samurai Photoshoots The US Vogue The Emperor's New Clothes Features Asian Themes By Jordy E | Published 2013-04-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-emperors-new-clothes References: [mode.newslicious.net](http://mode.newslicious.net/2013/03/the-emperors-new-clothes-carolyn-murphy.html) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.com) The US Vogue The Emperor's New Clothes editorial displays a series of Samurai-esque motifs. Model Carolyn Murphy was the primary focus of the series, taking on the [Asian apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-lunar-new-year-campaign) and props with the help of stylist Camilla Nickerson. Nickerson worked with robes, thin sandals, an assortment of socks and striped skirts in The Emperor's New Clothes. These chic fashion elements were mixed in with the work of hair expert James Pecis. Pecis opted for a crop blonde wig, certainly a far cry from darker Asian looks. Taking in the multitude of poses executed by Murphy was photographer Mario Testino. Testino relayed a series of [bright colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-1) throughout, apparent in the pops of red and blue that stood out before gardens and cramped city streets. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Asian-themed Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate Asian-inspired elements into their designs. - **Cultural Fusion in Photography:** Potential for photographers to explore the blending of different cultural aesthetics in their work. - **Alternative Hair Styling:** Room for hair experts to experiment with unconventional hair colors and styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage the trend of Asian-themed fashion to attract a wider audience. - **Photography:** Photographers can capitalize on the trend of cultural fusion in photography to offer unique and diverse visuals. - **Haircare:** Haircare brands can tap into the demand for alternative hair styling by offering innovative products and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-on-one-collection.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Bright Color-Based Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vowels-1.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md)