The Asia Note FTV Indochina editorial graces the Asian publication's March 2013 issue. Elmer Olsen model Ishie is captured by the lens of photographer Andy Long Hoang as she channels a modern day cross between poised geisha and powerful monarch.
Hair stylist Dat Tran gives Ishie a head of platinum-hued hair while beauty artist Dylan K Hanson gives her a fresh face of icy makeup. The model is outfitted in a oriental inspired wardrobe by stylist Marek Matwiejczuk who dresses her in flowing fabric capes, fitted gowns and oversized waistcoat and trouser combinations from labels that include Chanel, Rochas and Alexander McQueen among others.
The Asia Note FTV Indochina editorial pairs a designer-enriched wardrobe with ornate crown accessories as well as sock and sandal footwear that was often worn by traditional Geishas.
Platinum-Haired Geisha Portraits
The Asia Note FTV Indochina Editorial Shows Contemporary Culture
Trend Themes
1. Platinum-hued Hair - Opportunity for beauty and haircare industries to innovate and promote unconventional hair color trends.
2. Oriental-inspired Wardrobe - Opportunity for fashion industry to incorporate Asian cultural elements and motifs in their designs to create fusion fashion trends.
3. Modern Geisha Fashion - Opportunity for fashion industry to redefine and modernize traditional Geisha fashion for contemporary fashion enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Beauty and Haircare - Innovating to create unconventional hair colors and styles inspired by Asian culture and traditions.
2. Fashion - Creating fusion fashion trends that incorporate Asian cultural elements and motifs in their designs.
3. Photography - Capturing modern Geisha fashion trends and creating editorial content that redefines and modernizes traditional Geisha fashion.