# Architectural Menswear Editorials The Nicolas Ripoll for Glamcult Shoot Has Movement and Shape By Jana Pijak | Published 2011-12-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicolas-ripoll-for-glamcult References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/nicolas-ripoll-by-duy-quoc-vo-for-glamcult/) & [theparisianboy.blogspot](http://theparisianboy.blogspot.com/2011/12/glamcult-magazine-photos-duy-quoc-vo.html) Model Nicolas Ripoll stars in the latest fashion editorial for Glamcult. The stunning shoot lensed by photographer Duy Quoc Vo is architecture-inspired with dynamic imagery that combines dominant shapes along with strategically manipulated lighting. The Nicolas Ripoll for Glamcult shoot features a [structured and classically tailored wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-fall-2026), styled by Sonny Groo. The model sports suited separates including [tailored pants, heavy blazers and pinstripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26) all in monochromatic tones. Nicolas rocks designer looks from the likes of Jean-Paul Gaultier and Junn J. The shoot's power-suited styling works well with the model's distinctive coif by Andre Cueto. Model Nicolas offers a variety of stoic stances and [dynamic poses in this sophisticated shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles). Photographer Duy captures stunning architecture and Nicolas's amazing angles. His emphasis on light and shadow elevates the editorial and visually translates the relationship between architecture with high fashion. Image Credit: Duy Quoc Vo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 77% | 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 - **Architecture-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of architectural elements and shapes into fashion designs, creating unique and visually striking garments. - **Monochromatic Menswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fashion lines that focus on tailored, structured menswear in monochromatic tones, offering a modern and sophisticated aesthetic. - **Light and Shadow Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with lighting techniques in fashion photography to create visually captivating images that emphasize the interplay of light and shadow. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge architecture and fashion by designing garments that feature unconventional shapes and structural elements, appealing to fashion-forward consumers. - **Menswear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Focus on creating monochromatic menswear collections that offer a fresh take on classic tailoring and cater to the modern fashion-conscious male. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative lighting techniques in fashion photography to create captivating visuals that enhance the relationship between fashion and architectural elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Minimalist Gallery Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-springsummer-2024.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md)