# Edgy Desert Editorials The Photoshoot Starring Liu Xu for Metal Magazine is Vibrant By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liu-xu-for-metal-magazine References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/liu-xu-heavenly-latest-issue-metal-magazine/) & [revistametal](http://revistametal.com/) The editorial starring Liu Xu for Metal Magazine is vibrantly edgy. Shot on location in a [desert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection), the bright colors and trippy patterns contrast nicely against the sand-colored rocks and blue skies in the background. The vivid wardrobe is what draws the eyes, but it is the magnetism of the model and the [stunning landscape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-travel-campaign) that keeps their attention. Lensed by photographer Papo Waisman, the editorial starring Liu Xu for Metal Magazine is set to appear in the latest issue of the publication. The [Chinese beauty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin) shows off her versatile chameleon quality by donning a blond wig at the behest of beauty artist Daniel Rull. Styled by Lídia Aguilera, she is clad in the likes of Givenchy by Ricardo Tisci, Chloé, Valentino, Céline and John Galliano. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vibrant Desert Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate bright colors and patterns inspired by desert landscapes. - **Chameleon Models:** Opportunity for models to showcase their versatility by donning wigs and experimenting with different styles and aesthetics. - **Nature-inspired Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with showcasing fashion within natural landscapes or settings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion brands can utilize unique landscapes and patterns to create innovative clothing designs. - **Modeling Industry:** Models can experiment with different styles and aesthetics to show their versatility. - **Photography Industry:** Photographers can create nature-inspired photoshoots to showcase fashion in unique settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-travel-campaign.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md)