Benedikt Renc's ‘Hard Love' Exposes the Seduction in Suppre
Marissa Brassfield — July 22, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: benediktrenc & behance.net
'Hard Love' by Benedikt Renc is an editorial that looks much naughtier than it actually is. This restrained black-and-white photo shoot puts leather headgear and torso bridles on models that appear benign otherwise. It's a curious juxtaposition of naughty and nice.
Benedikt Renc's 'Hard Love' editorial appears within DolceVita Magazine. Check out some other editorials and photo shoots that celebrate the seduction of suppression below.
Implications - As society and the public become more sexualized and open to talking about sex, traditions that were once confined to the bedroom are now making their way onto the runways and magazine editorials. Bondage-inspired fashions, leather, whips and even underwear as outerwear are all common street fashions that have emerged in response to the sexualization of society.
Benedikt Renc's 'Hard Love' editorial appears within DolceVita Magazine. Check out some other editorials and photo shoots that celebrate the seduction of suppression below.
Implications - As society and the public become more sexualized and open to talking about sex, traditions that were once confined to the bedroom are now making their way onto the runways and magazine editorials. Bondage-inspired fashions, leather, whips and even underwear as outerwear are all common street fashions that have emerged in response to the sexualization of society.
Trend Themes
1. Celebration of Suppression - Opportunities to create fashion and editorials that explore the seductive aspects of restraint and bondage-inspired fashion.
2. Sexualization of Society - Innovation in fashion and apparel industries by incorporating BDSM-inspired designs into mainstream street fashion.
3. Breaking Taboos - Opportunities to challenge traditional norms and provoke discussions about sexuality and self-expression through fashion and media.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Exploring new design aesthetics inspired by bondage and BDSM, creating edgy and provocative collections.
2. Media and Publishing - Creating editorials and visual content that push the boundaries of traditional notions of seduction and sexual expression.
3. Retail and E-commerce - Catering to the growing demand for BDSM-inspired fashion, accessories, and products for those seeking to explore the world of kink and fetish.
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