I know Elvis was quite the panty-creamer in his day, but model Claude Simonon doesn't need blue suede shoes to make me swoon! Styled by Emmanuelle Alt Simonon appears as Elvis for Vogue Hommes International.
The spread, which was photographed by David Sims who takes a break from his usual Vogue girls-jumping-in-studio shoots, appears in the magazine's latest issue. The styling, of course, is spot on and Simonon succeeds in capturing a little of the King's mystery and allure.
Haute Elvis Impersonations
Model Claude Simonon Does Elvis for Vogue Hommes
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Impersonation - There is an opportunity to create new lines of fashion products that cater to the impersonation trend as celebrities continue to inspire fashion and style.
2. Nostalgia Fashion - As people continue to seek nostalgia and vintage fashion trends, there is an opportunity for brands to create modern versions of classic or iconic fashion styles, such as Elvis' signature style.
3. Gender-blurred Fashion - The rising trend of gender-blurred fashion offers an opportunity for fashion houses to create unisex fashion items that appeal to both genders, as demonstrated in this spread with a male model dressing in traditionally feminine Elvis-inspired clothing.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - There is an opportunity for fashion industry players to innovate and leverage celebrity and nostalgia fashion trends to create new lines of gender-neutral fashion products.
2. Photography - As fashion photography continues to evolve, there is an opportunity to experiment with new styles and shoot concepts that blur the lines between traditional gender roles, as seen in this Vogue Hommes photo spread.
3. Publishing - Traditional print media like Vogue magazine are evolving to cater to new fashion trends such as celebrity impersonations and gender-blurred fashion, offering an opportunity for both established and new publishers to create content that appeals to modern fashion enthusiasts.