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# Beautifully Expressive Fashion Editorials
Benjo Arwas Captures Kuoth Wiel in a Colourful Shoot

By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-01-02 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expressive-fashions
References: [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/70071173/Kuoth-Wiel-by-Benjo-Arwas-for-Paper-Magazine) & [papermag](http://www.papermag.com/paper-fashion-birds-paradise-2600240454.html)

‘Birds of Paradise’ is an expressive fashion editorial for PAPER Magazine. When it comes to photography as an art form, it is incredibly important to strike an appropriate and stylish juxtaposition between texture, vibrancy, and gesture. Los Angeles-based creative Benjo Arwas, who provided impeccable art direction for the expressive fashion lookbook, skillfully framed the images. The model, Kuoth Wiel of LA Models, is captured in an artistic manner, with an emphasis on tropical motifs and [high fashion ensembles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025).

The stylist, Shalev Lavan of The Visionaries, assembles chic and [attention-captivating outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-3). Hence, aside from Benjo Arwas’ incredibly talented approach to photography, the thoughtfully arranged ensembles, actively work together to produce a striking expressive fashion editorial that will delight the audience.

Photography Credits: Benjo Arwas

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.7/10
- Popularity: 99% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Expressive Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for innovative techniques and concepts in capturing fashion through artful composition and styling.
- **Art Direction in Fashion Lookbooks:** Opportunity for creative direction to elevate and enhance the visual storytelling of fashion collections.
- **Tropical Motifs in High Fashion:** Opportunity to incorporate exotic themes and vibrant prints into high fashion designs for a bold and dynamic aesthetic.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive potential in redefining how fashion is visually portrayed and capturing the attention of consumers.
- **Fashion Styling:** Opportunity to push the boundaries of fashion styling by creating bold and expressive looks that resonate with the audience.
- **Fashion Design:** Innovation potential in integrating tropical motifs and vibrant prints into high-end fashion collections to create unique and visually striking designs.

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