Karl Lagerfeld photographs supermodel and Lagerfeld favorite Freja Beha Erichsen for Vogue Germany's editorial 'Asta Nielsen.' The pictorial is one of the fashion features in Vogue Germany's 30th anniversary issue and recreates the vampy allure of 1920s silent film star Asta Nielsen.
Karl Lagerfeld's current model muse, Baptiste Giabiconi, also makes an appearance in the austere black and white shoot. The models wear designs by Moschino, Dior and Chanel.
Implications - The fashions of certain historic time periods still holds incredible influence in modern fashion, art and entertainment. In particular, fashions that stem from the beginnings of the film and media age hold influence as a result of iconic historic figures whose celebrated styles are still admired by the masses.
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Karl Lagerfeld & Freja Beha Erichsen Channel 1920s Actress Astra Niel
Trend Themes
1. Historical Fashion Influence - Opportunity for fashion brands to draw inspiration from iconic historic figures and incorporate their styles into modern designs.
2. Nostalgia in Entertainment - Potential for media and entertainment industries to recreate the allure and aesthetic of past eras in films, TV shows, and editorials.
3. Revival of Silent Film Style - Opportunity for fashion brands and designers to embrace the vampy and glamourous fashion trends of the 1920s silent film era.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can capitalize on the influence of historical figures to create unique and nostalgic collections.
2. Media and Entertainment - Entertainment industry can create content that transports audiences to past eras, tapping into the appeal of nostalgia.
3. Film and Photography - Opportunity for filmmakers and photographers to recreate the aesthetic of silent films and capture the glamour of the 1920s era.