# Psychedelic Pop-Art Collages The Babes in Toyland Love Editorial Captures Surreal Compositions By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-08-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babes-in-toyland References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/babes-in-toyland-2/) & [artpartner](http://www.artpartner.com/artists/image/mert-alas-marcus-piggott/) Dominic Myatt, Jacob Morton and Jonathan Bauer star in the [pop-art inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel) 'Babes in Toyland' image series by famed fashion photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. This striking image series blurs the lines between [art and fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition) thanks to the photographers' use of image-layering techniques, intense color filters and [psychedelic collage fragments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superflat-animation). These striking portraits capture a punk inspired fashion story that graces the pages of Love magazine's Fall/Winter 2013 issue. In addition to its vivid photo manipulation techniques, this editorial also features daring hair styling and a vibrant wardrobe that is handpicked by stylist Panos Yiapanis. Whether shining a light on vivid pleather pairings, textured sequin applications or clashing animal print textiles, the 'Babes in Toyland' image series by Mert and Marcus is filled with vivid imagination. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 41% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop-art Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate pop-art inspired designs and collages into their collections. - **Image-layering Techniques:** Potential for photographers and digital artists to experiment with image-layering to create unique and surreal compositions. - **Intense Color Filters:** Chance for photo editors and designers to explore the use of intense color filters to enhance visual impact and create a psychedelic aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage psychedelic pop-art collages to create captivating and unique designs. - **Photography:** Photographers and digital artists can apply image-layering techniques to create visually stunning and surreal compositions. - **Design:** Designers and photo editors can experiment with intense color filters to create vibrant and eye-catching visuals in various creative projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Art-Driven Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joy-artist-capsule.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Playful Street Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-to-heart.md) - [Playful Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kenny-scharf-and-axel.md) - [Collaborative Designer Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition.md) - [Life-Size In-Store Countdowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toys-r-us-asia.md) - [Playful Pop Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md)