'The Sharp Shoulder' editorial for Elle UK features a variety of structured jackets that resemble those of the 80s with large and bulky shoulder pads.
Featured in the August 2009 edition of Elle UK, the photography is very straight forward with runway style poses that ensure that the emphasis remains on the models.
‘The Sharp Shoulder’ is meant to empower women to feel strong with broad outlines and armor-like structures that make you feel like a vixen.
Sharp-Shouldered Editorials
Lee Broomfield Photographs Structured Jackets for Elle UK
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