# Exagerated Headdress Photoshoots Divided Perception by Photographer Emily Soto is Mesmerizing By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-05-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photographer-emily-soto References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Divided-Perception/7806605) The 'Divided Perception' editorial by Los Angeles-based photographer Emily Soto is mysterious and ethereal. The sultry images were shot by the much sought after photographer for Xquisit magazine. The images feature a young woman wearing a number of [strange and unusual headdresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyper-malone) and surreal headpieces. From medieval-looking chain mail headpieces to [extravagant feathered headdresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow), these looks are sure to please. These outlandish headdresses seem to have been influenced by the photographer and stylists history books, and are indicative of the renewed interest in headdresses, floral headbands on runways and streets all around the world. Emily Soto is a photographer who is based in Los Angeles and New York. The talented photographer has shot a number of high profile international campaigns for magazines like [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-care) and brands like Topshop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Renewed Interest in Headdresses:** Opportunity for innovative designers to create modern, fashion-forward headdresses that combine historical influences with contemporary aesthetics. - **Floral Headbands Trend:** Potential for businesses to develop unique, eye-catching floral headbands that cater to the growing demand for boho-chic accessories. - **Mysterious and Ethereal Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for photographers and creatives to explore fantastical and dreamlike concepts in their work, capturing the imagination of viewers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Innovation potential for fashion designers to create avant-garde headdresses that push the boundaries of traditional headpiece design. - **Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory brands to capitalize on the headdress trend by offering unique and statement-making headpieces to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Photography:** Potential for photographers to leverage the popularity of mysterious and ethereal concepts in their work, creating visually captivating images that stand out in the industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handcrafted Flower Crown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-flower-crown.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md)