# Crowned Roman Captures The Michal Milk and Honey Editorial Features Past Era Accessories By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-03-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michal-milk-and-honey References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/fresh-faces/michal-verena-mandragora/) & [verenamandragora](http://www.verenamandragora.com) The Michal 'Milk & Honey' editorial is captured by photographer Verena Mandragora's lens. The Exit Model Management face sits shirtless in a brightly lit studio while sporting a series of [Roman inspired headwear accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritageinspired-highend-jewelry). Channeling a contemporary Julius Caesar, young model Michal pulls off a [boyish blonde coif](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) by hair stylist Jessica Lang that is accented with a series of headpieces including organic fruit-clad creations and delicate tinsel resembling crown accessories. The Michal 'Milk & Honey' fashion story by photographer Verena Mandragora revives past era fashions with its focus on a lavish and ornate Roman aesthetic. Though showcasing [bold embellishments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment), this image series exudes sophistication and embraces a less is more styling aesthetic that is elegant rather than over-the-top. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Roman-inspired Headwear Accessories:** There is an opportunity for fashion and accessory industries to incorporate Roman-inspired headwear accessories in their designs and collections. - **Less Is More Styling Aesthetic:** The beauty industry could explore the less is more styling aesthetic showcased in the 'Milk & Honey' editorial as a potential disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Reviving Past Era Fashions:** The fashion industry could embrace the trend of reviving past era fashions, like the Roman aesthetic showcased in the 'Milk & Honey' editorial, as a way to stand out in a crowded market. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry could draw inspiration from the Roman aesthetic showcased in the 'Milk & Honey' editorial and incorporate it in their designs to stand out in a crowded market. - **Accessory:** The accessory industry could tap into the trend of Roman-inspired headwear accessories showcased in the 'Milk & Honey' editorial and create new designs for their collections. - **Beauty:** The beauty industry could use the less is more styling aesthetic showcased in the 'Milk & Honey' editorial as an opportunity to innovate and offer fresh ideas for hair and makeup looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Flower Crown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Luxury Fashion Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-fashion-sculpture.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Stylish Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md)