# Surreal Mirror-Image Editorials The 4Real Oyster Magazine Fashion Story is Visually Conceptual By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-10-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4real-oyster-magazine References: [oystermag](http://oystermag.com/oyster-fashion-4real-by-justin-ridler-x-mark-vassallo) & [oystermag](http://oystermag.com/) The '4Real' Oyster Magazine editorial is captured by photographer Justin Ridler's lens. The stunning [mirror-image photoshoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archvyli) highlights a wardrobe of fashion-forward attire that is hand-picked visionary stylist Mark Vassallo. Vassallo dresses his model cast in textured couture staples that feature a range of unique design details. Models Astrid, April, Zoe, Jordan, Abbile And Sharnee pose amidst a studio setting while sporting opulent and [sculpturally voluminous garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set) that evoke an arftul air. Experimenting with kaleidoscopic reflections, surreal visual concepts and and double-image layering, this eye-catching editorial plays with its viewer's perception. The photoshoots' model stars sport hair by Luke Brian Davis and fresh-faced make-up looks courtesy of beauty expert Claire Thomson. Creating an [optical illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical) for the publication's readers, the '4Real' Oyster Magazine editorial defies convention. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mirror-image Fashion Editorials:** Opportunity for fashion brands and photographers to create visually striking and conceptually unique editorials using mirror-image techniques. - **Kaleidoscopic Visual Concepts:** The use of kaleidoscopic reflections and double-image layering presents opportunities for artists, designers, and photographers to create surreal and mesmerizing visual experiences. - **Disruptive Perception-challenging Editorials:** By defying convention and playing with viewer's perception, fashion magazines can create editorials that challenge traditional norms, presenting an opportunity for innovation and creativity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate mirror-image techniques and surreal visuals in their campaigns to captivate customers and stand out in a visually saturated market. - **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with mirror-image techniques, kaleidoscopic reflections, and double-image layering to create visually stunning and conceptually unique artworks. - **Publishing:** Fashion magazines can disrupt the industry by featuring perception-challenging editorials that defy convention, offering readers an innovative and captivating visual experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Reimagined Digital Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-23.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md) - [AI-Powered Fashion Photography Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio.md) - [Warped Dynamic New-Gen Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vern-morph-and-form.md)