# Avant-Garde Tribalism Editorials The Fatal Impact Metal Fashion Story Embraces Edgy Accessories By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-03-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fatal-impact-metal References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/the-fatal-impact/) & [revistametal](http://revistametal.com/) The 'Fatal Impact' Metal editorial takes its [avant-garde visual inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens) from a tribalism themed aesthetic. Model Paul Boche stars in this unconventionally styled photo series that is lensed by Miguel Villalobos. Paul is outfitted in haute tribalism accessories that are handpicked by stylist Graham Tabor. The model sports an array of [conceptual designer pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25) that include designer Thom Browne's whimsical face masks along with Givenchy's [ornate nose ring jewels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment). The 'Fatal Impact' Metal portrait series embraces eccentric elegance and explores artful accessory pieces from some of fashion's top labels. Paired with wide brimmed hats and face paint by makeup artist Tadayoshi Honda, Paul Boche pulls off a multitude of intricate braid styles by hair stylist Chinatsu Nobe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Avant-garde Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new and unconventional accessories that push the boundaries of traditional fashion. - **Tribalism Aesthetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine tribal-inspired elements with modern fashion to create unique and culturally significant designs. - **Metal-inspired Editorial:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the fusion of metal and fashion, creating bold and edgy looks that defy conventions. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce avant-garde fashion designs and accessories that challenge traditional notions of style. - **Artistic Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional styles and aesthetics in fashion photography, capturing the essence of avant-garde fashion. - **Beauty and Makeup:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique and theatrical makeup looks that complement avant-garde fashion, pushing the boundaries of conventional beauty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Rugged Modern Holiday Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-3.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md)