Lenny Kravitz Snaps His Famous Friends for Vogue
Dana K. — April 10, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: stylefrizz & iconology.therndm
When celebrities are your close friends, it’s easy to cross over to the other side of the camera and surprise them in their private, tender moments.
In the last issue of Vogue Russia, Lenny Kravitz becomes “The Photographer.” The album “Paparazzi Paris 2008” gathers Zoe Kravitz, Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Doutzen Kroes, DJ Ruckus, Grace Jones, Jay-Z, Joss Stone, Lionel Richie, and Quincy Jones in a collection of sweet, simple and mostly black-and-white portraits.
Implications - Consumers in modern society are looking towards figures in popular culture as more than just providers of entertainment. Products that are integrated with certain figures in the media are appealing to those who want a closer connection to their favorite characters.
In the last issue of Vogue Russia, Lenny Kravitz becomes “The Photographer.” The album “Paparazzi Paris 2008” gathers Zoe Kravitz, Alicia Keys, Beyonce, Doutzen Kroes, DJ Ruckus, Grace Jones, Jay-Z, Joss Stone, Lionel Richie, and Quincy Jones in a collection of sweet, simple and mostly black-and-white portraits.
Implications - Consumers in modern society are looking towards figures in popular culture as more than just providers of entertainment. Products that are integrated with certain figures in the media are appealing to those who want a closer connection to their favorite characters.
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Photography - Opportunities for disruptive innovation exists in creating personalized products with celebrity photos, beyond just traditional merchandise.
2. Influencer Integration - Businesses can leverage the trend of celebrity paparazzi photography to integrate influencers in product design and marketing strategy, creating a more personal connection with consumers.
3. Authenticity Marketing - Brands can capitalize on the desire of consumers to connect with their favorite celebrities on a personal level by incorporating paparazzi-style photography into their marketing campaigns to showcase a more authentic celebrity lifestyle.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can utilize celebrity photography to create limited-edition clothing or accessories lines that are sold with exclusive images of famous stars, creating unique memorabilia connected to high-profile personalities.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry has an opportunity to create behind-the-scenes content or event experiences with access to celebrity photographers, allowing fans to feel closer to their favorite celebrities and providing a more immersive consumer experience.
3. Furniture and Home Décor - Companies in home décor and furniture industry can create collections that integrate photography, with exclusive paparazzi-style images of celebrities to add a unique and personal touch to home décor products.
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