How could I possibly resist an editorial called ‘Fierce’? This Nuno Veloso pictorial combines a few of our favorite fashion phenomena for 2009, from artfully-ripped leggings to cutout maillot swimsuits and giant chunky neckwear. In many of these shots, the model wears runner’s shorts atop leggings—a move that screams out 80s chic.
My favorite aspect of Nuno Veloso’s ‘Fierce,’ however, are the outrageous hairstyles the model wears. In the first two images, her hair looks like a palm tree, fronds and all! In others, the braids are twisted to look more like bonsai trees. Fierce, indeed!
Palm Tree Buns
Nuno Veloso Captures Sky-High Braided Updos for ‘Fierce'
Trend Themes
1. Artfully-ripped Leggings - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating new designs and techniques for artfully-ripped leggings.
2. Cutout Maillot Swimsuits - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the swimwear industry by developing new and creative cutout designs for maillot swimsuits.
3. Giant Chunky Neckwear - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the accessories industry by designing and manufacturing oversized and attention-grabbing neckwear pieces.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating palm tree and bonsai tree-inspired hairstyles into clothing designs.
2. Swimwear - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the swimwear industry by integrating palm tree and bonsai tree-inspired elements into the design and construction of swimsuits.
3. Accessories - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the accessories industry by creating unique and statement-making accessories inspired by palm tree and bonsai tree aesthetics.