Photographer Marco Malingambi captures the "Red Stramonium" editorial for F****** Young! Online. The dark and conceptual image series gains its inspiration from the datura stramonium or Devil's snare, a gorgeous flower that is said to have hallucinatory properties when ingested.
Ralf Jayoiss at WhyNot Models stars in the image series that highlights a range of vanguard menswear looks. Stylist George Lee dresses the model in pieces from designer Shen Tong's Fall/Winter 2014 collection.
The show-stopping garments include vibrant print knits and robes that are reflective of the designer's Asian culture along with oversized collared shirts that embody a utilitarian aesthetic. Marco Malingambi's "Red Stramonium" fuses these edgy fashions with branched backdrop props and snow-inspired hair and makeup looks.
Conceptually Branched Portraits
Marco Malingambi's Red Stramonium Editorial is Dark and Conceptual
Trend Themes
1. Conceptual Menswear - The trend of blending creative elements with men's fashion creates opportunities for designers to explore unique concepts and challenge traditional gender roles.
2. Nature-inspired Photography - The trend of using natural elements as inspiration for photography provides opportunities for brands to align with eco-conscious audiences and focus on sustainable, organic products.
3. Hallucinatory Aesthetics - The trend of incorporating surreal and dream-like elements into fashion and art allows for opportunities to explore alternative dimensions and challenge conventional perceptions of reality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can take advantage of the trend of fusing avant-garde concepts with wearable clothing to create unique designs and appeal to niche audiences.
2. Photography - Photographers can capitalize on the trend of using natural elements as inspiration for their work to showcase their creativity and align with eco-conscious consumers.
3. Art Galleries - Art galleries can utilize the trend of incorporating surreal and dream-like elements into art to showcase unconventional pieces, attract new audiences, and explore alternative dimensions.