# Rebellious Retro Editorials Mikey Asanin Lensed a Shoot That Uses a Subtle David Bowie Inspiration By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-09-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-inspiration References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/under-control/) & [mikeyasanin](http://www.mikeyasanin.com/) Mikey Asanin, a talented photographer who's based in New York, featured model Dane Bell as his muse in a highly unique editorial that draws on a David Bowie inspiration -- made clear by his [stylistic use of colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) and the poses in the portraits. Playing with light, the model is shown in different types of exposure throughout the photo shoot -- with some marked entirely by shadows and others using the dark forms to complement the vibrant use of color portrayed. Part of an exclusive for 'F*cking Young! Online,' the editorial features [statement clothing from designers and brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam) like Alexander Wang, Saint Laurent, Nicopanda, Vetements and Comme des Garçons. By making use of a [liberated and vibrantly styled muse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren), Mikey Asanin carries the David Bowie inspiration throughout in a way that's both original and commemorative. Image Credit: Mikey Asanin ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 44% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Fashion Editorials:** Fashion photographers can experiment with retro style and look for inspiration in pop culture icons like David Bowie. - **High-contrast Photography:** Photographers can explore the use of shadows and vibrant colors to create visually striking images. - **Exclusive Online Editorials:** Online fashion publications can offer exclusive editorial content to attract readers and showcase emerging talent. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Photography:** Creative photographers can push the boundaries of fashion photography by experimenting with retro styles and bold visual effects. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can incorporate retro elements into their collections and draw inspiration from pop culture icons like David Bowie. - **Digital Publishing:** Online fashion publications can establish themselves as industry leaders by offering exclusive editorial content and featuring up-and-coming talent. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rockstar-Inspired Instant Film Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/for-the-rebel-rebels.md) - [Singer-Led Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pour-homme-and-neighborhood.md) - [Glamorous Rockstar-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-doll.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md)