# Swanky Wilderness Shoots Eli McFadden's 'Cole' Series Brings Urban Style to Nature's Doorstep By Meghan Young | Published 2010-07-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eli-mcfadden References: [whitezine](http://www.whitezine.com/en/photography/eli-mcfadden-cole-photoshoot.html) & [elimcfadden](http://elimcfadden.com/) Taking style off the [streets and into the wilderness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-outdoor), Eli McFadden has shot a captivating [fashion spread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam). Named after the model who posed for him, 'Cole' is a series that focuses on the [functionality of the fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25) showcased. With particular emphasis on composition, Eli McFadden frames each of his photos beautifully. This New York-based photographer knows exactly where his talents lie, and allows the model himself to evoke a connection with the audience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Urban-nature Fusion:** Opportunity to create fashion and beauty products that seamlessly blend urban and natural elements. - **Functionality Focused Fashion:** Opportunity to design and market practical fashion items with equal emphasis on style and usefulness. - **Captivating Wilderness Photography:** Opportunity to explore and showcase the beauty of the natural world through fashion and photography. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion and Beauty:** Opportunity for fashion designers and beauty companies to collaborate on products that merge urban and natural styles. - **Outdoor and Adventure:** Opportunity for companies specializing in outdoor and adventure gear to expand their product lines to include stylish and functional apparel. - **Photography and Art:** Opportunity for photographers and artists to collaborate with fashion and beauty brands to create visually striking campaigns featuring nature and wilderness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Elevated Basics Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-levine.md) - [Artful Camo Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-camo.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Camp-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-outdoor.md) - [Bold Urban Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-autumn-winter-2025.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Comfort-Focused Urban Shoe Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cole-haan-comfortable.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md)