# Illusionary Menswear Portraits F****** Young's A Kind of Magic Editorial Plays with Perception By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-magic References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/a-kind-of-magic/) & [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es) ADAM agency face Taot stars in "A Kind of Magic", the latest editorial exclusive for web publication F****** Young! Online. The model is captured by photographer Taleen Dersdepanian's lens and outfitted by wardrobe stylist Jonzu Jones. Jones dresses the model in a number of luxe staples from labels that include Saint Laurent, Marc Jacobs and [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-dolce) among others. The menswear looks range from traditional suit sets to edgy shirt garments that play with transparency. Hair and make-up for the photoshoot is courtesy of Jenny Diaz who creates platinum-hued locks for her model muse. Channeling a modern day magician, Taot juggles a deck of cards and saws himself in half in this illusionary fashion story that plays with a viewer's perception. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 36% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Illusionary Fashion:** Exploring the use of optical illusions in fashion, creating unique and captivating designs. - **Transparency in Menswear:** Incorporating sheer elements and see-through fabrics in men's fashion, adding a provocative touch to traditional menswear. - **Magic-inspired Fashion:** Drawing inspiration from the world of magicians and illusionists to create whimsical and enchanting fashion collections. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for designers to experiment with optical illusions and create visually stunning garments. - **Luxury Goods:** High-end brands can incorporate transparent fabrics in their menswear collections, offering a modern and provocative twist. - **Entertainment:** Collaborations between fashion designers and magicians can create unique fashion shows and experiences, merging the worlds of fashion and magic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Artful Luxe Fashion Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otani.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Magician-Designed Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystery-playing-cards.md)