# Religious Editorials ‘The Evangelist' in Prive Asia By Ayman | Published 2008-12-12 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evangelist-prive-asia-baldovino-barani-elyse-sewell References: [community.livejournal](http://community.livejournal.com/foto_decadent/1903251.html) & [priveasia.hk](http://www.priveasia.com.hk/magazine.html) The Winter 2008 issue of [Hong Kong magazine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/of-course-hong-kong) Privé Asia features an unusual editorial that tackles the issue of Western evangelists coming over to Asian countries and trying to preach and convert the people. The result is a rather intriguing editorial entitled "The Evangelist" that showcases [couture fashion pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) with a [religious twist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luce) added to the theme. The black-and-white editorial features model Elyse Sewell captured by photographer Baldovino Barani with styling by Holly Suan Gray. **Implications** - Religious imagery has always been considered a touchy subject, however due to this recent wave of liberalization it no longer is. This pattern is telling of the open and free society that has recently opened up to a whole host of ideals. Businesses can benefit by using this new freedom in other topics previously unexplored. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Religious](https://www.trendhunter.com/religious) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Religious Imagery in Fashion:** Opportunities exist for businesses to incorporate religious imagery into fashion and design, tapping into the growing acceptance and fascination with spirituality. - **Exploration of Taboo Topics:** With the recent wave of liberalization, businesses have the chance to address previously touchy subjects and explore new ideas that were once considered off-limits. - **Integration of Ideals in Society:** As society becomes more open and free, businesses can take advantage of this shift by promoting and embracing a range of previously unexplored topics and beliefs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate religious imagery into designs, creating unique and thought-provoking collections that appeal to a growing fascination with spirituality. - **Media and Publishing:** By addressing taboo topics and exploring new ideas, businesses in the media and publishing industries can create engaging content that resonates with audiences seeking fresh perspectives and discussions. - **Marketing and Advertising:** With the integration of new ideals in society, businesses in marketing and advertising can develop campaigns that embrace and celebrate diverse beliefs, appealing to a broader customer base and fostering inclusivity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Character-Driven Fashion Newsletters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-realgirl.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/off-the-cuff.md) - [Religious Mascot Official Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luce.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md)