# Sultry Soldiers 'Make Love Not War' by Soon Tong Features Military Couture By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-12-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-love-not-war References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/MAKE-LOVE-NOT-WAR/370431) & [calibrepics](http://www.calibrepics.com/) If Helen of Troy was the face that could launch a thousand ships, the model in 'Make Love Not War' by Soon Tong is the body that could stop any war. This photo shoot is smokin', and not just because it features [tattered tights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhilyova) and [military-inspired couture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-camo). Check out more images from 'Make Love Not War' by Soon Tong above, and keep clicking for more military-inspired features from Trend Hunter's archives. **Implications** - Soon Tong's 'Make Love Not War' is a remarkable collection of [military-inspired photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket). These edgy shots are sure to catch the eye of even the most jaded. Have a look for yourself and leave your thought on Soon Tong's epic shoot below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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's Driving This Trend - **Military Couture Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate military-inspired couture in their collections. - **Edgy Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with unconventional and provocative styles in fashion photography. - **Military-inspired Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory designers to create pieces inspired by combat gear and military hardware. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** The military couture trend can offer a fresh spin on traditional fashion collections and attract a wider demographic. - **Photography Industry:** The popularity of edgy and provocative shoots can provide opportunities to photographers who specialize in this niche. - **Accessories Industry:** Designers can explore and experiment with combat gear inspiration to create unique pieces for the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Contemporary Military Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ukrainian-brand-rbtnk.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Rebellious Camo Boot Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soldier-x-timberland.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Artful Camo Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skylrk-camo.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md)