# Leather-Clad Architect Photoshoots Ponystep Magazine's Star-Chitect Editorial is Full of Hides By Jordy E | Published 2012-12-05 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starchitect References: [ponystep](http://www.ponystep.com/features/issue-3-star-chitect) & [petermarinoarchitect](http://www.petermarinoarchitect.com) The Ponystep Magazine's Star-Chitect editorial profiles architectural expert Peter Marino. Photographer Thomas Lagrande captured Marino in structural leather pieces only, an ode to Marino's penchant for strict detailing and [angular styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikos-koulis-boutique). Marino designs stores for the likes of [Chanel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-boutique-in-sainttropez), Louis Vuitton and Loewe. His passion for [retail interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-environment) is reflected in his reputable work and the way in which it has been eagerly received by Karl Lagerfeld and Marc Jacobs. Star-Chitect's black and white images are matched with informative content. According to the dialogue, Marino sticks to certain stipulations when erecting his fashion-forward shops, "The ultimate store should have light, space, comfort and humor. It should be an environment you want to spend time in, not one where you can't wait to get out." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Structural Leather Fashion:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by exploring the use of leather in structural and angular designs. - **Retail Interior Design:** Innovative approaches to retail interior design can create stores that provide a unique and immersive experience, drawing in customers and increasing sales. - **Fashion Photography Editorials:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the fashion photography industry by exploring creative concepts and unconventional materials, like leather, in visual storytelling. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can embrace the use of leather in structural designs to create unique and edgy clothing pieces that appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Retail:** Retailers can incorporate innovative retail interior design concepts to create inviting and memorable shopping experiences that differentiate them from competitors. - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can experiment with unconventional materials, such as leather, to create visually striking and concept-driven editorial shoots, attracting attention and setting trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mid-Century Luxe Fashion Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thom-browne-4.md) - [Slick Monochromatic Retail Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tom-ford-boutique.md) - [Gallery-Like Elevated Retail Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-store-gallery.md) - [Sensual Luxe Fashion Boutiques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montenapoleone-boutique.md) - [texturally artistic fashion stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-studios-flagship-stores.md) - [Colorfully Immersive Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletic-propulsion-labs-store.md) - [Building Facade-Inspired Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seagram-collection.md) - [Elegantly Minimalist Retail Environments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-environment.md) - [Cozy Luxury Brand Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-brand-showroom.md)