There is a great deal that dazzles the eyes within Tender Skin in Vogue China's Spring/Summer 2013 issue. The elegant editorial features a feast of complementary and juxtaposing textures that give each image rich dimension.
The magnificent Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Paris was the setting for this cool-toned classic shoot. Benjamin Kanarek composed his photos with bright back lighting and mesmerizing shadow effects, amidst sumptuous lounges and lavish stairwells.
Decorative metal designs, patterned upholstery and thick pleated drapes are the backdrops to beautiful models Jin Zhou and Hye Seung. The chic urban pieces of soft and colorful leather over lovely diaphanous fabrics are flaunted beautifully by faces made up like delicate porcelain dolls.
Cool Porcelain Pictorials
Tender Skin has a Seductive Interplay of Hard and Soft Textures
Trend Themes
1. Complementary and Juxtaposing Textures - Exploring the combination of different textures to create dimension and visual interest.
2. Bright Backlighting and Shadow Effects - Using lighting techniques to create mesmerizing shadow effects and add depth to photographs.
3. Soft and Colorful Leather Over Diaphanous Fabrics - Experimenting with the contrast between soft leather and translucent fabrics for a chic and urban look.
Industry Implications
1. Photography - Integrating innovative lighting and texturing techniques in fashion photography.
2. Interior Design - Incorporating decorative metal designs, patterned upholstery, and pleated drapes in interior spaces.
3. Fashion - Exploring the combination of soft leather and diaphanous fabrics in clothing design.