It seems like we have been waiting for this day forever. Since the beginning of January, we have all been eagerly anticipating the arrival of ‘The Sun’, which is the English name for the Japanese publication, ‘Tokyo Weekender’. Although the UK publication, ‘The Sun’, will be arriving in a few days’ time, in actual fact it was released in Japan last week and the rest of the world is just now getting a hold of it. Amidst all the hoopla surrounding the magazine’s release, one name has practically taken over Twitter: That of Robert Pattinson. The actor, musician, and former lover of high-profile female celebs (most recently, the stunning and much-loved Katy Perry) has seemingly been everywhere. From Los Angeles to London, Scotland to Florence – the list is endless. It is fair to say that as of this writing, over 170,000 people have ‘liked’ the Robert Pattinson page on Twitter. While some may see this as simply social media ‘fuelling’ the craze, the truth is that we are truly in the middle of a celebrity fashion moment, as evidenced by the ever-growing roster of famous faces showing off their spring/summer 2019 fashion choices on the various ‘gramming’ platforms.
Just when you thought it couldn’t get any more interesting, the 28-year-old Hollywood heartthrob has gone and shocked everybody with yet another photo shoot. Last week, we were treated to a glimpse of the ‘Twilight’ actor as he donned just his birthday suit for photographer Patrick Demarchelier. As expected, the photo elicited a mixture of emotions from fans – from delight to horror. To the delight of the many teen idols and heartthrobs out there, the shoot served as a stark reminder that not even the most famous among us are immune to bad hair days, unfortunate wardrobe malfunctions, and general insecurity. While the images are undeniably jaw-dropping, it is precisely this kind of public display of insecurity that has propelled Robert Pattinson to the forefront of celebrity culture.
For those who have followed the actor’s career closely, this latest batch of revelations will come as no great shock. After all, we have seen the eccentric, fashion-forward, and generally unkempt British actor in various stages of undress on film for more than a decade now. Inevitably, these kinds of voyeuristic shots crop up every so often – most notably in 2010, when he made a rare appearance on film in just a pair of shorts, which earned him the internet’s undivided attention. Since then, we have seen him in various stages of undress at least twice more, most recently in a spread for the June 2019 issue of British GQ.
Why Is Robert Pattinson’s Shirtless Fashion So Appealing?
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then it can only be said that Robert Pattinson is truly blessed with a fantastic, almost uncanny ability to ape the styles and fashions of others. Whether he is parading around in a wedding dress as Katy Perry’s long-lost identical twin, or donning a tutu as Madonna’s glam double, it seems that his knack for impersonating famous figures is practically unlimited. As someone who has followed his career closely and seen him in various stages of undress on film for more than a decade now, it is no great secret that the English actor is one of the most talented and charismatic mimics in Hollywood. In fact, in light of recent revelations, it may well be a blessing in disguise that we have waited so long for another chance to feast our eyes on the handsome British bad boy in all his glory. For those who love to see celebrities struggle with their insecurities, complete with wardrobe malfunctions and hair disasters, this is as good as it gets.
Is It Just Me, Or Are All Celebrities Getting Sexier As They Age?
With each passing year, it is only natural that our favourite celebrities would start to look a little less like Brad Pitt and a little more like… well, themselves. Although we would never give up on seeing some of Hollywood’s most famous faces looking like absolute Gods, it is undeniable that they are starting to display more’mature’ beauties with time. If anything, this is making us appreciate them even more, because now that they are finally ageing, it is giving us more opportunities to enjoy their company. From a distance, it may look like all these old celebrities just happen to be walking around naked. However, in actual fact, they have most likely put in a lot of painstaking work to ensure that their bodies look as perfect as possible.
With each passing year, it is only natural that our favourite celebrities would start to look a little less like Brad Pitt and a little more like… well, themselves. Although we would never give up on seeing some of Hollywood’s most famous faces looking like absolute Gods, it is undeniable that they are starting to display more’mature’ beauties with time. If anything, this is making us appreciate them even more, because now that they are finally ageing, it is giving us more opportunities to enjoy their company. From a distance, it may look like all these old celebrities just happen to be walking around naked. However, in actual fact, they have most likely put in a lot of painstaking work to ensure that their bodies look as perfect as possible.
It would be remiss of us not to point out the elephant in the room. For decades, Hollywood has largely hidden the fact that their highest-paid and most-celebrated stars are largely populated by lesbians, bisexuals, and/or transgender individuals. While this certainly doesn’t mean that all these famous faces are in fact homosexual, it certainly suggests that something is up. With the glaring exception of Meryl Streep, it is fair to say that Hollywood’s biggest stars largely keep their personal lives private. In actual fact, it is only in the last few years that we have started to see stars such as Charlize Theron and Renée Zellweger come out and publicly acknowledge their homosexuality. As more and more celebrities start to see the wisdom of keeping their personal lives private, it is only natural that these kinds of rumbles would start to surface. For decades, Hollywood has largely hidden the fact that their highest-paid and most-celebrated stars are largely populated by lesbians, bisexuals, and/or transgender individuals. While this certainly doesn’t mean that all these famous faces are in fact homosexual, it certainly suggests that something is up. With the glaring exception of Meryl Streep, it is fair to say that Hollywood’s biggest stars largely keep their personal lives private. In actual fact, it is only in the last few years that we have started to see stars such as Charlize Theron and Renée Zellweger come out and publicly acknowledge their homosexuality. As more and more celebrities start to see the wisdom of keeping their personal lives private, it is only natural that these kinds of rumbles would start to surface.
What Is The Next Big Thing In Fashion?
From a certain perspective, we could see this latest batch of revelations as yet another example of Robert Pattinson’s uncanny knack for predicting the future. Over a decade ago, he parodied pop icon Lady Gaga, sporting a fake diamond nose and dyeing his hair pink. Since then, he has gone on to become one of the most in-demand costume designers in Hollywood. Clothes, cars, and even furniture have all been parodied by the British star, earning him the nickname, ‘King of Paparazzi’. While we would never accuse him of being anything but fashion-forward, it seems that his knack for predicting trends is virtually limitless. In light of the recent fashion frenzy that has gripped Twitter, it is perhaps no great surprise that the English actor should choose to front one of the most anticipated spring/summer 2019 fashion collabs ever. Under the careful eye of famed designer Miuccia Prada, a host of A-listers have come together to show off their individual talents and style influences. From Dior and Marc Jacobs to Michael Kors and Versace, here is a round-up of the celebrities collaborating with Miuccia Prada for the prestigious fashion house’s biggest spring/summer 2019 collection.
Miuccia Prada
The Italian designer is responsible for the famous ‘Prada Rainbow’, a collection of quirky, block-colour dresses that came to define a fashion icon’s wardrobe in the early 2000s. One of the most iconic designers of the 21st century, Miuccia Prada has defined an entire wardrobe generation. Her talent for matching bright colours is unparalleled, as is her genius for creating unique looks with familiar items. Although she has dressed many a star (most famously Gwyneth Paltrow), it is safe to say that she is best known for her work with famous faces on film. On one hand, this has largely come down to her ability to understand her customers’ needs and craft unique yet fashionable outfits, on the other it has simply come down to her knack for predicting trends – something which Donald Trump has taken note of and seemingly implemented in his own wardrobe choices.