Images of classic pin-up beauty are revisited in the Robyn Lawley Vogue Australia September 2011 spread by photographer Max Doyle, titled 'Belle Curve.' The 10 page editorial is the first time a plus-size model has been featured in Vogue Australia, but will certainly not be the last. Editor Kirstie Clements notes in her September editor's letter, "This is the first time Vogue Australia has shot a larger model and, of course, now that we have done it, I ask myself why we didn’t do it sooner."
Lawley is a perfect pin-up superstar in the photos, sporting a fringe that would make Bettie Page herself jealous. Her 50s-inspired locks, paired with bright-red lipstick and thigh-high stockings, create a look that is reminiscent of the cartoon character Jessica Rabbit, known for her sassy and seductive poses.
The Robyn Lawley Vogue Australia September 2011 shoot shows that curves are definitely 'in' -- if they had ever left at all.
Plus-Size Pin-Up Spreads
The Steamy Robyn Lawley Vogue Australia September 2011 Shoot
Trend Themes
1. Curves Embraced - The increasing inclusion of plus-size models in high-fashion editorials creates opportunities for brands to cater to a more diverse range of body types.
2. Pin-up Revival - The resurgence of pin-up style in fashion photography presents opportunities for clothing brands to create retro-inspired collections that celebrate femininity and body positivity.
3. Plus-size Representation - The growing visibility of plus-size models in mainstream fashion magazines highlights the need for greater representation and inclusivity in the industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of embracing curves by expanding their size ranges and featuring more plus-size models in their campaigns.
2. Beauty - Beauty brands can tap into the pin-up revival trend by creating makeup and hairstyling tutorials that cater to the vintage-inspired aesthetic.
3. Media - Media platforms and publishers can seize the opportunity for more diverse representation by featuring plus-size models in their content and challenging conventional beauty standards.