# Dapper Welder Editorials The Kraft Stoff GQ Style Germany Photo Shoot is Sleek and Sharp By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-10-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-stoff-gq-style-germany References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/kraft-stoff/) & [gq-magazin.de](http://www.gq-magazin.de/) The '[Kraft Stoff](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-macaroni-necklace)' GQ Style Germany editorial stars Ryan Barrett who is captured by photographer Jem Mitchell. The model poses in a monochromatic portrait series that features stacked and sculptural barrel props. Ryan is sharply dressed, sporting a retro suited wardrobe curated by stylist Tobias Frericks. The dapper Kraft Stoff GQ Style Germany fashion story graces the pages of the publication's Fall/Winter 2012 issue, proving that sleek silhouettes and tailored cuts never go out of style. The portrait series highlights the latest menswear looks from top labels that include [Calvin Klein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calvin-klein-hair-body-perfume-mists) Collection, Prada and [Ralph Lauren](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ralph-lauren-preppy-bear-watch) Purple Label among others. Ryan Barrett plays the role of stylish welder, donning a mask and blowtorch as he poses alongside a slew of metal props. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 1% | 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 - **Monochromatic Portrait Series:** The use of monochromatic portrait series in fashion editorials presents an opportunity to create visually striking and cohesive storytelling. - **Retro Suited Wardrobe:** The inclusion of retro suited wardrobe in fashion shoots offers an opportunity to tap into nostalgia and vintage fashion trends. - **Metal Props and Industrial Themes:** The incorporation of metal props and industrial themes in fashion editorials provides an opportunity to explore the juxtaposition of fashion and craftsmanship. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage monochromatic portrait series, retro suited wardrobe, and industrial themes to create unique and edgy editorial campaigns. - **Photography:** Photographers specializing in fashion editorials can experiment with monochromatic portrait series, retro suited wardrobe, and metal props to create visually captivating images. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can draw inspiration from the monochromatic portrait series, retro fashion trends, and industrial themes to create innovative and disruptive fashion installations and exhibits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Ambitious Luxury Menswear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kody-phillips.md) - [Refined Utility Tailoring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026.md) - [Urban Deconstructed Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louther-x-carhartt-wip-fw25.md) - [Celebrity-Backed Luxury Menswear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign.md)