# Expressive Masculinity Portraits The Jordan Weller by Shalan and Paul Shoot is Monochromatic By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-02-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-weller-by-shalan-and-paul References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/portrait-jordan-weller-by-shalan-paul/) & [joinbklyn](http://joinbklyn.com/feed/post/117959/portrait-jordan-weller-shalan-paul) The Jordan Weller by Shalan and Paul portrait series features monochromatic imagery that is masculine and expressive. The [Ford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-squatch-bronco-bricc) model and actor shows off his talents and range of expressions in portraits that are raw and real. Jordan sports a wardrobe of [minimalist wardrobe staples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-core) with key pieces including black body-conscious tees, [suited separates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026) and clean-cut shirted looks. The model exudes a casual and carefree sophistication, wearing relaxed pieces that express an understated elegance. From timeless tailoring to chic casuals, Jordan is sleek and suave in a portrait series that is versatile and dynamic. With an impeccably styled wardrobe and slicked-back coif, the model is flawless and effortlessly cool with knitted statement accessories serving as the perfect finishing touches to his masculine look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 57% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Expressive Masculinity:** Opportunity for brands to explore and promote a more emotionally open and vulnerable definition of masculinity. - **Monochromatic Imagery:** Potential for creative industries to experiment with black and white photography and design techniques to convey depth and mood. - **Clean-cut Sophistication:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist for fashion and grooming industries to create minimalist, refined products and styles that embody an understated elegance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Brands can tap into the expressive masculinity trend by offering gender-neutral clothing options that challenge traditional ideas of menswear. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with monochromatic imagery and capture the raw emotions of subjects in a powerful and evocative way. - **Grooming:** Brands can develop clean-cut grooming products and services that cater to the sophisticated, minimalist aesthetic of the expressive masculinity trend. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Minimal Tailored Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galilee-by-sea.md) - [Elevated Basics Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-levine.md) - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Celebrity-Backed Luxury Menswear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Minimalist Wardrobe Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-core.md) - [Elegant Men's Formalwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-victor1.md)