# Feather-Clad Menswear Editorials The Matthew Dyer by Faye Sampson Portraits are Bird-Inspired By Jana Pijak | Published 2011-12-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Matthew-Dyer-by-Faye-Sampson-Portraits References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/fresh-face-matthew-dyer-by-faye-sampson/) & [gallerynikole](http://gallerynikole.com/post195673740/) Matthew Dyer by Faye Sampson shines in this recent editorial. The shoot combines an [urban backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-days-march) with fearlessly flamboyant styling. Matthew wears a variety of [feather-rich ensembles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers) both memorable and dynamic. The wardrobe features the work of Gunsmoke and Lavander designer Jo Hawtree, fusing [feminine silhouettes and textures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren) with a retro-inspired flair. The eclectic wardrobe is both edgy and delicate, with the juxtaposition of opposing textures and inventive fabric choices. The Matthew Dyer by Faye Sampson photoshoot is impressive. The model is reminiscent of a fallen angel who has just landed into a city, seeing it for the first time. The stunning shoot uses natural light to capture his honest and youthful innocence, proving to be a vibrant beginning to the young model’s blooming career. Image Credit: Faye Sampson ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Feather-rich Styling:** The use of feathers in menswear styling presents an opportunity for designers to challenge traditional gender norms. - **Eclectic and Delicate Wardrobe:** The combination of opposing textures and inventive fabric choices in menswear presents an opportunity for designers to push boundaries and create unique pieces. - **Natural Light Photography:** The use of natural light in fashion photography presents an opportunity for photographers to capture a model's true essence and uniqueness. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can explore the use of unconventional materials like feathers and experiment with the fusion of opposing textures in menswear. - **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with natural light as a tool to capture a model's true essence and uniqueness in editorial shoots. - **Fashion Modeling:** Fashion models with a unique look and unconventional features like feathered ensembles can challenge traditional beauty standards and showcase their individuality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Ambitious Luxury Menswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips.md) - [Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Creative Urban Collaborative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-days-march.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md)