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# Contemporary Camo Captures
The New Horizons Metal Editorial Showcases Military Inspired Minimalism

By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-11-13 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-horizons-metal
References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/new-horizons/) & [revistametal](http://revistametal.com/)

The 'New Horizons' Metal editorial features Pascal Bonvie, who is captured by the lens of photographer Thomas Lohr. The model stars in a striking outdoor portrait series that features stunning landscape views.

Whether posing seaside or hillside, Pascal exudes confidence and an effortlessly chic air of elegance. Wardrobe stylist Santi Rodriguez outfits the top model, dressing him in an array of [military inspired pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apresse-2026) with a contemporary edge. The pieces are displayed in an earthy palette mirroring the photoshoot's naturalistic setting.

From exposed zipper and exaggerated volumes to eye-catching [camo prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lisous-empire-collection), the New Horizons Metal fashion story shines a light on edgy and eccentric menswear looks from Kris Van Assche’s stunning [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bw-army-lux) Homme Fall/Winter 2012 collection.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Military-inspired Minimalism:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create gender-neutral pieces that blend military and streetwear styles.
- **Earthy Palette:** Opportunity for makeup brands to create collections with earthy tones inspired by naturalistic settings.
- **Outdoor Portrait Series:** Opportunity for photographers and videographers to create editorial content that combines fashion and nature.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for fashion brands to showcase their military-inspired pieces in a striking outdoor portrait series.
- **Beauty Industry:** Opportunity for makeup brands to create collections inspired by the earthy palette of New Horizons Metal fashion story.
- **Photography Industry:** Opportunity for photographers and videographers to showcase their editorial skills by combining fashion and nature in outdoor portrait series.

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