Rebecca Naen Captures Island-Themed Couture
Romina S. Cortellucci — August 30, 2012 — Fashion
References: rebeccanaen & theones2watch
Photographer Rebecca Naen's latest editorial channels hipster Hawaiian apparel. Featured in the 23rd issue of online magazine The Ones2Watch New Wave, 'Hackney Goes Hawaiian' shows a chic way to rock the island-themed print. Using the North London borough Hackney as an urban backdrop, Naen uses fashion to add a touch of tropical.
Unlike your dad's tacky Hawaiian shirt, the Aloha pattern fashion featured in this shoot is subdued on the model. Though there is still a use of bold patterning, it's still sophisticated using a form-flattering cut and assembled adorably by stylist Aartthie Mahakuperan. The look is then finished off with the model's contemporary coif featuring blunt bangs and a dramatic ombre style.
Unlike your dad's tacky Hawaiian shirt, the Aloha pattern fashion featured in this shoot is subdued on the model. Though there is still a use of bold patterning, it's still sophisticated using a form-flattering cut and assembled adorably by stylist Aartthie Mahakuperan. The look is then finished off with the model's contemporary coif featuring blunt bangs and a dramatic ombre style.
Trend Themes
1. Hipster Hawaiian Fashion - Opportunities for fashion brands to create a line of subdued, chic and sophisticated Aloha pattern clothing collection.
2. Urban-tropical Hybrids - Opportunities for urban areas to incorporate tropical-themed design for architecture, interiors and products.
3. Bold Patterning - Opportunities for textile companies to explore new ways to incorporate bold patterning in fashion and home decor products.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion industry can explore new ways to incorporate the Aloha pattern in clothing collections.
2. Architecture and Interior Design - Opportunities for the design industry to incorporate tropical design aesthetics in urban areas to bring a touch of nature into our daily lives.
3. Textiles - The textile industry can innovate by exploring new ways to experiment with bold and intricate patterning in fashion and home decor products.
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