‘How She Won the War’ in Sportswear International #226 is an editorial that blends 80s half-shaved styles with military-inspired details. Model Alice Dellal sizzles—even while partially bald—in this Francesco Brigida shoot.
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Implications - Androgyny is a big trend in the fashion industry and this half-shaved shoot shows that style is being taken to extremes now. This sort of hairstyle would've been unimaginable on a woman in the 1950s, but now, the tides of the fashion world are swiftly changing to incorporate alternate gender roles.
Half-Shaved Shoots
'How She Won the War' in Sportswear International #226 Drops Style Bombs
Trend Themes
1. Extreme Androgyny - The blending of gender roles in fashion is being taken to the next level, giving rise to opportunities to create clothing lines that appeal to both men and women.
2. Military-inspired Fashion - Fashion designers can explore the use of military-inspired styles and details in their clothing lines.
3. Alternative Hairstyles - As extreme hairstyles become more prominent, hair care companies can tap into the market by creating products that cater to unique haircuts.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers can take advantage of the trend towards androgyny and military-inspired styles to create new collections.
2. Hair Care - Innovative hair care companies can develop products that cater to unique haircuts like the half-shaved style seen in this editorial.
3. Beauty - Makeup companies have the opportunity to create tutorials centered around makeup looks that complement androgynous fashion styles.