# Leaping Model Portrayals John Gordon's Lucas in Action Image Series Captures Dynamic Views By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-06-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-gordon References: [thefashionisto](http://www.thefashionisto.com/model-lucas-cristino-kicks-action-john-gordon/lucas-cristino-model-006/) & [thefashionisto](http://www.thefashionisto.com/model-lucas-cristino-kicks-action-john-gordon/lucas-cristino-model-003/) Photographer John Gordon captures Re:[Quest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-quest) model Lucas Cristino in his "Lucas in Action" image series. The monochromatic editorial features dynamic views of its model star who is lensed while leaping and kicking in mid-air. The model is dressed in a wardrobe of patterned, black-and-white menswear that ranges from tracksuit sets to pattern-accented sneaker accessories. Showcasing the model's athletic ability, the "Lucas in Action" editorial by John Gordon captures a set of dynamic views. Lucas is lensed in [Chelsea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luca-chelsea-sneaker-boot) skatepark, a popular hangout for youth and London's skate enthusiasts. The model pulls off a wardrobe of athletic-inspired garments and accessories from labels that include Marc Jacobs, Topman and [Wings + Horns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hornetscolored) among others. When paired together, the fashions embody an effortlessly cool and youthful aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 27% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Monochromatic Editorials:** Opportunity for fashion brands to capture dynamic views of models in motion. - **Athletic-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate sportswear into their collections for a trendy and youthful aesthetic. - **Skate Culture Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to capture the edgy and dynamic skate culture in editorial shoots. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate athletic-inspired clothing and accessories into their collections for a trendy and youthful aesthetic. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to capture the dynamic and edgy intersection of fashion and active lifestyles in editorial shoots. - **Skateboarding:** Opportunity for skateboarding brands to collaborate with fashion brands and photographers to showcase skate culture in a new light. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celebrity-Backed Luxury Menswear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1000-back.md) - [Gaming Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-x-martine-rose-campaign.md) - [Athlete-Joined High Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afrofuturism-1.md) - [Artful Suspended Fashion Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisible-figures.md) - [Athlete Celebrity Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zne-collection.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Sculpted Denim Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-denim.md)