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Paco Serinelli's Model Gets the Royal Purple Michelin Man Treatment

— June 18, 2009 — Fashion
Talk about avant-garde fashion photography: Paco Serinelli’s model is dressed in what appears to be a purple inflated lampshade turned upside down. This Michelin man take on cage couture is a hypnotic one, albeit a bit odd; who knew the regal tones of royal purple could be so bizarre?

Check out some more cage couture and unusual fashion photography below.

Implications - Couture fashion often features exaggerated themes taken from issues pervasive in modern society; this Paco Serinelli editorial blends fashion from a dystopian, post-apocalyptic world with a setting that features illustrated extraterrestrial visitors. These ominous elements evoke an unforgettable sense of drama for the viewer, which in turn provokes conversations about the present state of society.
Trend Themes
1. Avant-garde Fashion Photography - Explore unconventional and artistic approaches to fashion photography that challenge traditional norms and provoke thought.
2. Cage Couture - Discover the trend of incorporating cage-like structures into couture fashion designs, creating unique and visually striking garments.
3. Dystopian Fashion - Delve into the world of dystopian fashion and how it reflects societal issues and provides a platform for discussing the state of society.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Photography - Explore disruptive innovation opportunities in fashion photography by experimenting with unconventional techniques and themes.
2. Fashion Design - Embrace the trend of incorporating cage-like structures into fashion designs, creating bold and avant-garde garments.
3. Art and Fashion Collaboration - Harness the power of collaboration between artists and fashion designers to create dystopian-inspired collections that provoke thought and commentary.
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