Research and Design: Costume and Props list. (Shaped by Research.)

The costumes I think will be appropriate for my music magazine/three chosen models, will be themed for the Alternative Rock look. 

For my male models, I'm thinking that a formal and designer shirt may suit the theme, along with casual jeans and either black trainers or dark-coloured boots. Other costume pieces may include dark-coloured coats and rucksacks. Accessories may include dark watches; preferably leather; and belts.

For my female model, I'd like her to wear either a black jumper/jacket, or a checked shirt. She should also wear either black jeans or leggings. Some colour co-ordinations usually look good with a few colours, so perhaps a red shirt or cream jumper may work for the 'alternative' look, although I'm concerned as to if my models may also deliver on the rock look.

I'd prefer to keep many accessories to a minimum, as many alternative rock artists tend not to wear them during photoshoots. A lot of my clothing should be dark coloured, mainly because a lot of the music in the theme of alternative rock is supposed to be 'edgy' and cohesive to the look of a rebellious teenager stereotype. 

The props will be based off either music or hobbies. So, I'd like at least one of my models to be surrounded in a musical atmosphere to deliver on the look of an actual artist, and another artist to be in a placement of hobby. A few ideas I have for the musical background would be in some form of music studio at college, such as use of the drum kit or guitars. For the hobbies element, I'll let my models use either my skateboard or longboard at one of the skateparks near me, and take a few pictures of them doing their hobbies. Another hobby I could have would be photography, where I could have my model using a camera in a landscape setting. 

The reason I want very grungy clothes for my models, is because many alternative rock artists, bands and duos have a lot of dark clothing which can stretch from casual to formal - that's what inspired my choices for outfit. As for props, I feel as if the musical background allows my models to seem professional, whilst the viewers also feel personal whenever learning about the artist(s) hobbies. 

My target audience said they would enjoy stories about the artists, so hobbies and professional life will be subjects of interest, most likely.