# Parisian Gentleman Candids The Boys in Paris Fashion Story Highlights Sophisticated Staples By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boys-in-paris References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/boys-paris/) & [andreeanddemian](http://www.andreeanddemian.com/) Models Andrey Smidl and Theo B star alongside Solanne Marechaux, Guillaume Babouin and others in the 'Boys in Paris' editorial exclusive for F****** Young! Online. The guys are captured by photographers Andree Martis and Demian Dupuis while posing in the French capital's urban streets. Styling for this image series is courtesy of Ivona Yvon who dresses the models in a range of [elegant and dapper staples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-ss26). Designer pieces in F****** Young! Online's 'Boys in Paris' exclusive include looks from Tillmann Lauterbach, Christophe Lemaire and Maison Martin Margiela among other [luxe labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips). Capturing raw and candid imagery, this fashion story highlights the beauty of Paris and evokes a sophisticated air. The image series is reflective of the [modern day gentlemen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign) portrayed in this shoot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 8% | 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 - **Candid Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of candid and raw imagery in fashion photography to create a more authentic and relatable visual narrative. - **Urban Street Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the merging of high-end designer labels with urban streetwear to create a unique and accessible style for modern gentlemen. - **Sophisticated Staples:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reimagine classic and elegant wardrobe staples by incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials to cater to a growing demand for ethical fashion choices. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new technologies and techniques to capture candid and raw moments in fashion photography, allowing for a more genuine representation of the fashion industry. - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with streetwear brands and designers to create a new line of luxury streetwear, bridging the gap between high-end fashion and urban street style. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop and promote sustainable and eco-friendly materials to be used in the production of sophisticated wardrobe staples, addressing the growing consumer demand for ethical fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Parisian Sophisticated Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nn07.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Celebrity-Backed Luxury Menswear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Luxe Tailored Fall Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026.md) - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Collaborative Menswear Brand Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-pre-candle.md)