# Edgy Emotional Editorials Bite Magazine Offers a Darker Take on Spring Fashion By John Ibbitson | Published 2012-02-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bite-magazine References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/dark-passenger-2/) & [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es) Model Luke Baines stars in this dark shoot for the current issue of BITE magazine. Photographed by the lens of photographer Tanya Kechichian, these images feature the rising star posing in front of [monochromatic backdrops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) with a more intense and dramatic use of shadow play than is generally used in fashion photography. In one of the photographs, Luke even looks a bit like someone playing the role of American Psycho. Stylist Zoe Costello did a wonderful job pairing pieces with the [dark concept for this shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles), using [shiny, black outwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tag-collection), geometric sweaters and suited separates to their advantage. She was assisted by Rosy Muto. So if you're looking forward to a spring that includes as many shades of gray as it does bright colors, then you need to see this selection from BITE magazine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 17% | 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 - **Dark Fashion:** Explore the trend of darker and more intense fashion photography, incorporating shadow play and monochromatic backdrops, for a bold and edgy aesthetic. - **Geometric Sweaters:** Discover the rising trend of geometric sweaters as a fashion statement, adding an interesting and unique element to outfits. - **Shiny Black Outwear:** Embrace the trend of shiny black outwear, bringing a sleek and sophisticated touch to spring fashion looks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for fashion photographers to explore more dramatic and visually captivating approaches, incorporating intense shadow play and monochromatic backdrops. - **Fashion Styling:** Space for fashion stylists to experiment with pairing dark concepts with shiny, black outwear, geometric sweaters, and suited separates for a contemporary and bold fashion aesthetic. - **Fashion Publications:** Possibility for fashion magazines and publications to present a unique take on spring fashion, showcasing dark and edgy editorials that attract a more alternative and adventurous audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Star-Studded Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Stealthy Modern Monochromatic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tag-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md) - [Gen Z Elevated Spring Basics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-bandit-spring-2024-collection.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)