Top model Sam Rollinson stars in this tomboy-inspired editorial for WSJ Magazine. Entitled 'Kick It in Couture', this fashion story graces the style publication's July/August 2014 issue and shines a light on youthful styling.
This elegant editorial pairs glamorous couture staples with comfy sneaker looks that are unexpected when worn together. The shoot's model star is captured by photographer Maciek Kobielski's lens while posing in a set of designer-clad studio portraits.
Styling for WSJ Magazine's 'Kick It in Couture' image series is courtesy of Anastasia Barbieri who dresses her model muse in embroidered and voluminous dresses from a number of luxe labels. The garments range from sequined jumpsuits to floor-length gowns that are worthy of an Oscar moment.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Tomboy-inspired Fashion
- Opportunity for retailers and fashion brands to incorporate more androgynous styles into their collections, appealing to a wider customer base.
- Sneaker and Couture Pairings
- Potential for collaborations between sneaker brands and high-end fashion designers to create stylish and comfortable footwear options for formal occasions.
- Youthful Styling
- Brands can target younger consumers by offering fashion options that blend elegance with a more casual and relaxed aesthetic.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Retail
- Retailers can embrace the tomboy-inspired trend by diversifying their product offerings and marketing campaigns to include more gender-neutral clothing options.
- Footwear
- Collaborations between sneaker brands and couture designers could disrupt the luxury footwear industry by creating innovative and fashionable sneakers that combine both comfort and style.
- Fashion Photography
- Photographers can capitalize on the growing demand for unconventional fashion editorials by incorporating unexpected pairings like sneakers and couture, creating visually compelling images that stand out in the industry.
