# Angsty Hipster Editorials The Gareth Rhys Photography for Clash Magazine Gets Grungy By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gareth-rhys-photography References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2013/1/gareth-rhys-for-clash-magazine) & [clashmusic](http://www.clashmusic.com/tags/issue) The Gareth Rhys photography for Clash Magazine presents a bunch of hipster kids imitating the greats. Rhys took his inspiration for the photo series from youthful idols such as [Nirvana's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-1) Kurt Cobain and The Rolling Stone's Keith Richards. These men epitomize a sense of laid-back cool that is inherent in youth culture and fashions. The teen models are shown posing with carefree expressions and are adorned in the latest [TOPMAN capsule knitwear collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat) by designer James Long. The line-up of looks consists of color-blocked sweaters, grid-patterned knits, baggy pull-overs and loose-fitting pants. Rhys captures the essence of teen angst and the desire to different during a time when we are all seeking acceptance. The Gareth Rhys photography for Clash Magazine is captivating and reminds us all that history always repeats itself, especially in fashion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Youth Culture Fashion:** Opportunity for designers to create clothing that captures the essence of teen angst and the desire to be unique. - **Revival of Iconic Styles:** Opportunity for brands to reintroduce classic looks inspired by iconic figures like Kurt Cobain and Keith Richards. - **Nostalgic Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to create captivating imagery that combines youthful energy with a sense of history. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Designers can create new collections that tap into the youth culture fashion trend and offer unique styles for the market. - **Clothing Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the revival of iconic styles by stocking merchandise that resonates with customers who seek a sense of nostalgia. - **Fashion Photography:** Photographers can leverage the trend of nostalgic fashion photography to create unique and captivating visual content for brands and publications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refreshed Expressive Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-relaunch.md) - [British Youth-Culture Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-and-away.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Generationally Fused Footwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-senior-generation.md) - [Hipster Era Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cobrasnake-y2ks-archive.md) - [Brand Refresh Preview Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-monday-event.md)