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# Rowdy Playground Pictorials
The Jake Shortall Open Lab Magazine Editorial is Raw

By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-05 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jake-shortall-open-lab
References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/editorial/jake-shortall-open-lab/)

Featured in the magazine's Spring/Summer 2012 issue, the Jake Shortall [Open Lab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-and-open-yy) editorial stars the British badboy. Sporting an abundance of [street-savvy casuals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diary-1999), Jake is a vision in youthful wardrobe selects inspired by an English punk-rock aesthetic.

From comfy pullovers and color-blocked shirts to oversized kilts, this rowdy and raw shoot is spontaneous and filled with personality. Styled by Open Lab's fashion director Nickque Patterson, Jake is a vision in [statement logo tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landon-barker-and-cheap-monday), vibrant shorts and low-rise trousers.

Photographed by Diana Chire, the Jake Shortall Open Lab editorial features gritty portraits lensed in a playground setting. The model stands, lounges and jumps in a fun shoot that will remind you of the freedom of your childhood days.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 28% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## 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

- **Street Style Photo Shoots:** Opportunities abound for fashion magazines and brands to showcase their clothing lines in dynamic, outdoor settings.
- **Punk-inspired Fashion:** Designers can capitalize on the renewed interest in punk rock fashion by creating styles that riff on the classic era while still incorporating modern elements.
- **Grungy Youthful Attire:** There is a growing demand for clothing lines that lean into the rebellious, experimental looks of punk rock and grunge while still retaining their own unique style and identity.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion Photography:** There is ample opportunity in the fashion industry for photographers to showcase their talent by crafting photo shoots that capture rebellious and unique styles in dynamic outdoor settings.
- **Streetwear Fashion:** Clothing lines that draw inspiration from punk rock and grungy 90s fashion have the potential to appeal to younger customers who are looking for unique, expressive clothing choices.
- **Youth-oriented Marketing:** Incorporating a raw, youthful aesthetic in branding and marketing campaigns can help companies appeal to a younger generation of consumers who value authenticity and individuality.

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