# Puffy Lampshade Shirts Paco Serinelli's Model Gets the Royal Purple Michelin Man Treatment By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paco-serinelli References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Blackboard-Project-2009/247920) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/16956211@N07/) Talk about [avant-garde fashion photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2): Paco Serinelli’s model is dressed in what appears to be a purple inflated lampshade turned upside down. This [Michelin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rossignol-vezor) man take on cage couture is a hypnotic one, albeit a bit odd; who knew the regal tones of royal purple could be so bizarre? Check out some more cage couture and unusual fashion photography below. **Implications** - Couture fashion often features exaggerated themes taken from issues pervasive in modern society; this Paco Serinelli editorial blends fashion from a dystopian, post-apocalyptic world with a setting that features illustrated extraterrestrial visitors. These ominous elements evoke an unforgettable sense of drama for the viewer, which in turn provokes conversations about the present state of society. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Avant-garde Fashion Photography:** Explore unconventional and artistic approaches to fashion photography that challenge traditional norms and provoke thought. - **Cage Couture:** Discover the trend of incorporating cage-like structures into couture fashion designs, creating unique and visually striking garments. - **Dystopian Fashion:** Delve into the world of dystopian fashion and how it reflects societal issues and provides a platform for discussing the state of society. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Photography:** Explore disruptive innovation opportunities in fashion photography by experimenting with unconventional techniques and themes. - **Fashion Design:** Embrace the trend of incorporating cage-like structures into fashion designs, creating bold and avant-garde garments. - **Art and Fashion Collaboration:** Harness the power of collaboration between artists and fashion designers to create dystopian-inspired collections that provoke thought and commentary. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Inflatable Dome Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-dome-fashion-show.md) - [Dynamic Fall-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordanluca-1.md) - [Coral-Shaped Bulbous Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-fornes.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Water Tower-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-brand-herms.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md)