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# Sophisticated Cyborg Editorials
Rex Tsui's Futuristic Fashion Story Boasts Luxe Menswear Pieces

By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-10-03 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-fashion-story
References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/dream-isnt-feeling-sweet/#.VC6t2PldUV0) & [rextsuiphotography](https://www.rextsuiphotography.com/)

Entitled 'This Dream Isn’t Feeling Sweet', this futuristic fashion story is captured for F****** Young! Online. Primo Models face Eduardo stars in the editorial that is lensed by photographer Rex Tsui.

Styling for the editorial is courtesy of Jerry Nova who dresses Eduardo in looks from [Louis Vuitton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026), Ermenegildo Zegna and Ralph Lauren among other names.

Jerry handpicks his model's wardrobe staples and outfits him in over-sized coats, [structured suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25) and distressed leather garments that are both edgy and [avant-garde](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2) in their aesthetic.

Hair stylist Ryan Mak creates a sleek and retro look for Eduardo while makeup artist Angel Mok gives the model a clean and fresh face. In addition to its striking wardrobe, this futuristic fashion story also features cyborg-themed headpieces.

Image Credit: Rex Tsui

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.1/10
- Popularity: 77% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Futuristic Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to explore avant-garde aesthetics and incorporate futuristic elements in their collections.
- **Cyborg-themed Accessories:** Potential for creating innovative headpieces and accessories that merge human and machine elements.
- **Retro-inspired Hair and Makeup:** Chance to blend vintage and futuristic styles in hairstyling and makeup for a unique and nostalgic look.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** Fashion designers can tap into the demand for futuristic and avant-garde clothing and accessories.
- **Beauty:** Opportunity for beauty brands to create products and services that cater to retro-futuristic makeup and hairstyling trends.
- **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with capturing the juxtaposition of futuristic fashion and retro elements in their editorial work.

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