# Avant-Garde Apocalyptic Lookbook The Maximilian Messler Metropolis Catalog is Futuristic Eccentric By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maximilian-messler-metropolis References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Metropolis/3131679) & [juicy-design.de](http://www.juicy-design.de/) The apocalypse has seldom been portrayed in such an avant-garde way as it is in the Maximilian Messler Metropolis lookbook. The usual suspects are all there (scorched land, dilapidated buildings and more), but in place of Mad Max-like outfits that are tattered and grungy, these survivors are clad in chic futuristic ensembles that would be fitting for a [sci-fi princess](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects) or two. The Maximilian Messler Metropolis lookbook was captured by German photographer Justine Szczepanczyk. The styling of the shoot is out of this world. The [curve-hugging bodysuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir), eccentric hoods and batwing fabrics are complemented by [chunky accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-1) and bright shoes, which happens to match the equally vibrant hairstyles and lipstick. The blue and yellow wigs stand out against the models' porcelain skin. Artist website: [Maximilian Messler](http://www.maximilianmessler.com/start/home.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 78% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Futuristic Fashion:** Designing high-tech, avant-garde apparel suitable for a post-apocalyptic world to elevate the way people dress in such scenarios. - **Eccentric Accessories:** Creating unique and outlandish accessories that pair well with the futuristic fashion of the post-apocalyptic realm. - **Innovative Photography:** Utilizing unique photography styles to incorporate science fiction themes into fashion shoots. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** High-end fashion companies can draw inspiration from this futuristic, post-apocalyptic look to create statement pieces that incorporate science fiction elements. - **Photography:** Photographers who have an eye for avant-garde and science fiction themes can use this as inspiration to explore new creative avenues. - **Accessories:** Accessory designers can draw inspiration from the chunky, outlandish accessories featured in the lookbook to create new statement pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Dynamic Sci-Fi Fashion Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md)