# Contradictory Gaze Lookbooks The Libertine Libertine 2013 S/S Collection is Existentialist By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-02-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/libertine-libertine-2013 References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2013/02/21/libertine-libertine-springsummer-2013-animal-lookbook/libertine-libertine-spring-summer-1/) & [libertine-libertine](http://libertine-libertine.com/about) The Libertine Libertine 2013 Spring/Summer lookbook presents models posing together with opposing gazes and outfits. The apparel is showcased in a dual format to show the versatility of the line and appeal to a mass audience. The lookbook is clever and forces the viewer to analyze both expressions and ensembles closely. The 2013 Libertine Libertine collection is [clean-lined and preppy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit). Libertine Libertine is a label based in Copenhagen designed by Rasmus Bak, Pernille Schwarz and Peter Munch Ovesen. The trio wanted to present collections of clothing with [existentialism in mind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take). The designs are effortless and can be mixed and matched with ease. The Libertine Libertine 2013 collection is inspired by city lights & [contemporary culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-class-uniform). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Opposing Gazes:** Exploring the use of contrasting gazes in lookbooks, creating a unique visual experience for viewers. - **Dual Format:** Utilizing a dual format in lookbooks to showcase the versatility of apparel and attract a broader audience. - **Existentialist Clothing:** Designing clothing collections with an existentialist theme, emphasizing effortless and mix-and-match styles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Incorporating innovative visual techniques and versatile formats into lookbooks to enhance brand appeal and engagement. - **Photography:** Expanding the boundaries of lookbook photography by using opposing gazes and dual formats to create intriguing visuals. - **Design:** Infusing existentialist themes into clothing collections to offer unique and effortless styles for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Scrapbook-Inspired Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-class-uniform.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Locker Room-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-locker-room.md) - [Intimate Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-springsummer-2026.md)