# Contorted Pose Captures The La Forme Factice Editorial Showcases High Fashion Styling By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-04-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-forme-factice References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2013/04/leigh-hoby-matthew-lyn-factice.html) & [matthewlyn](http://matthewlyn.com/) Model Leigh Hoby stars in the 'La Forme' Factice editorial. The Plutino Models face is captured by photographer Matthew Lyn's lens while holding a series of contorted and unexpected poses in studio. This dynamically posed portrait series exudes an [avant garde air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2) and shines a light on edgy couture pieces that are both [sculptural and color-enriched](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take). Wardrobe stylist Mariko Lauren outfits Leigh in eye-catching designer staples from the likes of Prada, Charlotte Olympia and Canadian label Greta Constantine among a slew of others. Gracing the publication's latest instalment, the 'La Forme' Factice fashion story explores unconventional posing methods that complement [couture designer garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25). In addition to pattern-enriched pairings to cocooned silhouettes, this editorial also highlights sleek hair and makeup looks by the photoshoot's beauty artist and art director Vanessa Jarman. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Avant Garde Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring unconventional posing methods that complement couture designer garments. - **Sculptural Couture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating edgy couture pieces that are both sculptural and color-enriched. - **Pattern-enriched Pairings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing eye-catching designer staples with pattern-enriched pairings. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing avant-garde fashion and sculptural couture into the industry. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with unconventional posing methods to create impactful fashion editorials. - **Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing sleek hair and makeup looks that complement avant-garde fashion photography. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Essential 90s-Inspired Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-activewear.md) - [Chic Norm-Challenging Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md)