Steven Meisel photographed Carolyn Murphy for the 'A Connection' editorial featured in Vogue Italia's November issue.
Murphy looks like a woman who is yearning for something she can't quite describe. She is quiet and introspective as she blows bubbles, chain-smokes cigarettes and, in one particularly seductive shot, sucks on an ice cube. When Murphy looks directly at the camera, it appears as though she is trying to communicate something beyond language. She's asking the viewer to engage, to connect, with her; she is silently, hopefully awaiting a response. The expectation hangs in the air around her.
The creative team on the editorial was completed by fashion editor Karl Templer, hair stylist Guido Palau and makeup artist Pat McGrath.
Hazy Introspective Editorials
Carolyn Murphy Stars in Vogue Italia's November Issue
Trend Themes
1. Introspective Fashion Photography - This trend could inspire fashion photographers to capture models in a more introspective and emotive manner, putting a greater focus on storytelling.
2. Non-verbal Communication in Fashion - A trend where models are encouraged to communicate subtle emotions and moods through non-verbal cues could lead to more impactful and engaging fashion campaigns.
3. Emotional Connections in Fashion Editorial - A trend that encourages creating an emotional connection with the viewer through fashion photography could lead to more impactful and memorable editorial spreads.
Industry Implications
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2. Magazine Publishing - Magazines could incorporate the trend of emotional connections in their editorials to differentiate themselves from their competitors and gain a more devoted readership.
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