# Theatrically Draped Menswear The New Romantics Commons & Sense Man Editorial is Striking By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-10-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-romantics-commons-sense-man References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/new-romantics-2/) & [commons-sense.net](http://www.commons-sense.net/) Ben Waters stars in the ‘New Romantics’ Commons & Sense Man editorial spread. The edgy model is lensed by photographer Leon Mark who captures him in an eccentric and [avant-garde portrait series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2). Ben sports platinum blonde locks, styled in an off-kilter way with a long fringe that covers his eyes. The model is dressed in a wardrobe curated by stylist Rúben Moreira, wearing pieces that are predominantly patterned. Moreira highlights the season’s [hottest menswear looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles) putting focus on [oversized silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens) and richly layered pieces that set sail for the winter season. Featured in the publication’s Issue #13, the ‘New Romantics’ Commons & Sense Man editorial displays and eclectic air of elegance that looks to the past while remaining relevant for the modern fashion lover. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 62% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Geisha-inspired Menswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the fusion of traditional Japanese elements with modern menswear, creating unique and attention-grabbing fashion. - **Eccentric Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embracing unconventional and avant-garde fashion choices to create bold and visually striking looks. - **Oversized Silhouettes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pushing the boundaries of traditional menswear by incorporating oversized silhouettes for a modern and edgy twist. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing unconventional and avant-garde menswear designs that challenge traditional fashion norms. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experimenting with eccentric and visually captivating photography styles to create unique fashion editorials. - **Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Curating distinct and trend-setting fashion looks by combining patterns, textures, and oversized silhouettes for a fresh take on men's styling. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.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) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Contemporary Fall-Centric Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latimmier.md) - [Outerwear-Centric Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bene-culture-3.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)