# Sophisticated Auto Shoots Pelle Hvenegaard is Smoldering Hot in These Portraits by Jon Norddahl By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-10-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelle-hvenegaard References: [photographyserved](http://www.photographyserved.com/gallery/Portraits-of-Danish-actor-Pelle-Hvenegaard/683412) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/bettebondo/frame) This fantastic and uber-manly shoot photographed by Jon Norddahl features none other than dutch actor Pelle Hvenegaard who is sizzling in [Bette Bondo menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-menswear-campaign). Smoldering, hyper-masculine and sexy can be used to describe this seductive Pelle Hvenegaard spread. Looking more stylish than ever with that extra element of [gentleman-chic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-ss26), the handsome dutch actor definitely has the element of suave down to a tea. **Implications** - The modern man wants to be a refined renaissance man who is equally adept in the kitchen making a braised oxtail as he is on the playground, swinging for the fences. Marketers should create campaigns that reflect this desire to be well-rounded yet upscale by portraying models who have it all. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Refined Renaissance Man:** Marketers should create campaigns that reflect the desire to be well-rounded yet upscale by portraying models who have it all. - **Gentleman-chic:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create clothing lines that embody the essence of being stylish and sophisticated. - **Hyper-masculine:** Brands can develop products that target the market for men who embrace their masculinity. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of gentleman-chic by developing clothing lines that cater to the sophisticated male. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketers can seize the opportunity to create campaigns that showcase the modern man's desire to be well-rounded and upscale. - **Personal Care and Grooming:** Brands in this industry can develop grooming products and services that cater to the hyper-masculine market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Redefined Masculinity Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tough-guys-soft-sweaters.md) - [Star-Studded Men's Fragrance Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-bottled-beyond.md) - [Collaborative Menswear Brand Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-pre-candle.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Actor-Fronted Men's Fragrance Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paradigme-fragrance.md) - [Sensually Masculine Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-man-extreme.md) - [Golden-Age Hollywood-Inspired Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles.md) - [Elevated Basics Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaron-levine.md)