# New Wave Couple Captures The Louis Simonon for Metal Magazine Editorial is 80s-Inspired By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-01-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-simonon-for-metal-magazine References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/louis-simonon-by-emma-tempest-for-metal-magazine/) & [thecoolhour](http://www.thecoolhour.com/2012/01/ilse-de-boer-louis-simonon-by-emma-tempest-for-metal-mag/) This Louis Simonon for Metal Magazine editorial takes fashion cues from the 1980s, featuring bold styles synonymous with the era. This retro-infused shoot, captured by photographer Emma Tempest explores throwback styles in a contemporary and current way. Louis Simonon teams up with model Ilse de Boer for an edgy couple pictorial that dares to stand out from the crowd. From [grunge-inspired styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25) to [luxe streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-ss26), the duo look picture perfect in laid-back ensembles styled by Verity Parker. The models sport designer selects from a mix of designer and streetwear labels that include Marni, Paul Smith, [Levi's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-youth-band-tee), Alexander McQueen, Burberry, JW Anderson, Owen Parker and Peter Jensen among others. The new wave Louis Simonon for Metal Magazine editorial pushes fashion boundaries with bold styles that take a modern spin on 80s classics. Image Credit: Emma Tempest ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating modern twists on 80s classic styles. - **Designer-streetwear Collaboration:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in merging high-end designer fashion with streetwear brands. - **Edgy Couple Pictorial:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in capturing unconventional and daring fashion editorials. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by incorporating retro-inspired styles. - **Photography:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in capturing edgy and unconventional fashion editorials. - **Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in curating designer and streetwear collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Singer-Led Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pour-homme-and-neighborhood.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Celebrity-Backed Luxury Menswear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Cinematic Denim Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaboozey-and-matty-matheson.md) - [Star Studded Luxury Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-studded.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md)