# 80s Party-Inspired Editorials The New W Magazine Features Miley Cyrus & Girlfriend Stella Maxwell By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/partyinspired-editorials References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/8/miley-cyrus-stars-in-mert-marcus-1980s-party-editorial-for-w-magazine) & [wmagazine](http://www.wmagazine.com/) The latest issue of W Magazine will feature a [racy 80s party-inspired editorial photo shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty) of Miley Cyrus. In addition to Miley, the photographs capture her current girlfriend Stella Maxwell and numerous other partying models. The images photographed by renowned duo Mert & Marcus are filled with [glitter, bold colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rendezvous-ivory) and erotic scenes. The entire collection of images is very sexual. Most of the models are wearing little clothing and many images present party guests in lip-locking scenes. The entire collection of 32 images feature other major celebrities that include Frankie Rayder, Amber Valetta, Asia Chow and Paris Hilton. The 80s party-inspired editorial series presents multiple [same-sex couples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milani-cosmetics-and-the-lipstick-lesbians), which boats the magazine's message of gay equality. W Magazine creates a glitter-filled intoxicating party scene that leaves the audience wishing they had an invite to the VIP soiree. Image Credit: Mert & Marcus ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **80s Party-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create bold, glitter-filled collections inspired by the 80s party aesthetic. - **Inclusive and LGBTQ+ Representation:** Opportunity for media and advertising industries to feature more same-sex couples and promote messages of equality. - **Provocative and Erotic Imagery:** Opportunity for photographers and art directors to explore bold and sensual imagery in editorial shoots. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate bold and glitter-filled designs inspired by the 80s party aesthetic. - **Media:** Opportunity for media companies to feature more inclusive and LGBTQ+ representation in their content and advertising. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with provocative and erotic imagery in editorial shoots, pushing the boundaries of art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celebrity Pride Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-hippie-partnership.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Fashionable Technical Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartneys-2024.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Naughty Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesels-xxxmas.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intergenerational Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gapstudios-fw25.md) - [Multifaceted Swimsuit Cover Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-illustrated-swimsuit-1.md)