# Gawky Warrior Editorials 'Modern Gladiator' in Razor Red Magazine Shows the New Face of a Fighter By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-04-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-gladiator-in-razor-red References: [larapixie.blogspot](http://larapixie.blogspot.com/2010/04/vincent-nord-for-razor-red-magazine.html) & [razor-red.hk](http://razor-red.com.hk/) Say *adios* to images of gladiators with rippling muscles and swords; the vision presented in 'Modern Gladiator' in Razor | Red Magazine is significantly skinnier. Model Pawel Bednarek takes the charge for this fighter-themed editorial. Instead of shields and chainmail, though, he's outfitted in football pads, a boxer's head protector and a vinyl jacket. I don't know if he could fight a lion or take down a more well-muscled opponent, but fashion photography is allowed a little creative hyperbole. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Skinnier Gladiators:** The trend of portraying gladiators with a slimmer build offers an opportunity for fashion brands to create unique and unconventional designs for athletic wear. - **Sporty Fashion Editorials:** Trendsetters can take inspiration from the athletic styling seen in 'Modern Gladiator' and create fashion editorials with a sporty twist. - **Creative Hyperbole:** The idea of using creative hyperbole in fashion photography and advertising can be taken further to create visually engaging campaigns that garner attention. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from the trend of portraying gladiators with slimmer builds by creating athleisure wear that caters to those looking for unconventional designs. - **Publishing:** Publishers can take inspiration from the sporty styling seen in 'Modern Gladiator' to create engaging editorials for their publications. - **Advertising:** Using creative hyperbole in advertising can help brands create campaigns that are visually engaging and stand out from the competition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Retro-Inspired Boxing Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-boxing-gear.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Stylish Footwear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-as-you-go.md) - [Gaming Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-x-martine-rose-campaign.md) - [Iconic Gym Apparel Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-collection.md) - [Minimalist Slip-On Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f50-silver-metallic.md) - [Fight-Themed Whiskey Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bear-fight-whiskey-ad.md)