# Funky Technicolor Desert Fashion The ‘Sirocco’ Editorial for Numero is Vibrantly Windy By | Published 2013-06-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desert-fashion References: [bloginvoga](http://www.bloginvoga.com/2013/06/06/numero-franca-144-editorial-de-moda-julho-2013-nadja-bender-em-sirocco-por-jacob-sutton/) & [aboayache](http://www.aboayache.com/264/abonnement-magazine-numero.html) ‘Sirocco,’ the latest editorial for Numero magazine, features some [vibrantly colorful pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow) of desert fashion. Starring the striking Nadja Bender, ‘Sirocco’ demonstrates that even formal wear can be desert-ready with the right flowing fabrics. One particularly stunning ensemble consists of a [long asymmetrical floral skirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection), a black suspenders and a mesh black t-shirt. The flowing skirt complements the top’s more form-fitting style while the top’s dark colors complement the skirt’s [autumnal palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025). Each of the outfits in ‘Sorocco’ features similarly complementary pieces to create a fluid whole. The setting of this Numero editorial is in the middle of a sun-scorched desert. Bender’s flowing fabrics and vibrant colors contrast the bleak backdrop while simultaneously giving the outfits a sense of freedom. Their windswept appearance seems almost made for the desert and proves that fashion does not need to be compromised due to harsh environments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Desert-inspired Fashion:** Opportunities to introduce desert-inspired fashion clothing lines for adventurous consumers. - **Asymmetrical Skirts:** Opportunities to cater to the increasing demand for asymmetrical skirts among fashion enthusiasts. - **Color Clashing Trends:** Opportunities for brands in experimenting with color clashing trends to create vibrant and experimental designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can launch desert-inspired fashion lines for consumers who are adventurous and looking for unique clothing styles. - **Fashion Photography:** Photographers can experiment with desert-themed photoshoots combined with bold colors to achieve unique editorial styles. - **Fashion Apparel Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can capitalize on the increasing demand for asymmetrical skirts to produce high-quality and comfortable clothing options for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection.md) - [Pixelated Runway Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md)