# Tropical-Colored Captures Britta Ratas' Birds of Paradise Features Lady-Like Style By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birds-of-paradise References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Birds-of-Paradise/1349537) & [maikenstaak](http://www.maikenstaak.com/) It is photoshoots like the Birds of Paradise spread that will get fashionistas through the fall and winter months. Full of [warm, tropical colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection), it will surely inspire just about anyone to book that [winter vacation in the Caribbean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resort-wear-label) or somewhere equally hot and exotic. Shot by Estonia-based fashion photographer Maiken Staak, the Birds of Paradise photo spread has more of a luxurious sense of ease rather than a fun-loving, casual aesthetic. Considering that [lady-like royalty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow) is on everyone's minds -- thanks to the Duchess of Cambridge's impeccable style -- it is no wonder that many people seem to be taking cues from her. Styled and creatively directed by Britta Ratas, the Birds of Paradise photo spread was shot for MOOD magazine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Warm Tropical Colors:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate warm tropical colors into their collections, offering a vibrant and uplifting aesthetic. - **Luxurious Ease:** Opportunity for fashion designers to create elegant and luxurious clothing pieces that exude a sense of ease and sophistication. - **Lady-like Style:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to tap into the growing demand for lady-like styles inspired by influential figures like the Duchess of Cambridge. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take inspiration from the tropical colors and lady-like style seen in the Birds of Paradise photo spread, creating new collections that resonate with consumers. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage the influence of tropical-themed fashion shoots like Birds of Paradise to promote warm and exotic destinations to potential travelers. - **Publishing:** Publishing companies can create content centered around the Birds of Paradise photo spread, catering to fashion enthusiasts and providing style inspiration for readers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md) - [Bird-Inspired Ethereal Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/majestic-feathers.md) - [Joyous Spirit-Inspired Holiday Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opa-collection.md) - [Island Print Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spice-island.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Canary-Inspired Fashion Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canary-clutch.md) - [Sun-Soaked Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection.md) - [Colorfully Patterned Bold Skiwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-collection-1.md)