Fast fashion retailer H&M partnered with acclaimed director Baz Luhrmann in a short film titled 'The Secret Life of Flowers,' which announces a collaboration between the brand and London-based label Erdem.
Luhrman, who directed Moulin Rouge, Romeo + Juliet and the Great Gatsby, is quoted saying "for me, fashion is always about more than just clothing, it is a form of expression — a stand-alone art form." This statement is embodied throughout the dreamy cinematic short, which walks the viewer through a magical flower-filled country mansion, where "it's always spring." The film's characters are seen wearing long floral gowns and boldly printed jackets as they run through an English field and weave through an enchanting private home.
The short film artfully reinterprets the design themes within the clothing collaboration to tease consumers of the upcoming collection.
Director-Made Clothing Films
Baz Lurhman Created H&M's 'The Secret Life of Flowers'
Trend Themes
1. Director-made Clothing Films - Hiring famous directors to create short films showcasing clothing collaborations with other fashion brands offers potential to generate buzz and interest in the upcoming collections.
2. Fashion as Art Form - Exploring the intersection between fashion and art can create opportunities for unique and innovative projects that blur the line between the two industries.
3. Promotion Through Cinematic Storytelling - Using high-quality filmmaking to create an immersive and engaging story around a fashion brand's upcoming collection can create a buzz and elevate its image.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Partnering with renowned directors to create visually stunning short films can increase interest and awareness for upcoming clothing collections.
2. Film and Entertainment - Collaborating with fashion brands to produce short films featuring their products offers a new avenue for creativity and storytelling.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Using cinematic storytelling to promote products, particularly in the fashion industry, can create a unique and effective marketing strategy.