# Retro Skier Editorials The Steep Inclines GQ Australia Fashion Story Displays Dapper Winter Gear By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-11-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steep-inclines-gq-australia References: [fuckingyoung.es](http://fuckingyoung.es/steep-inclines/) & [gq.au](http://www.gq.com.au/) The 'Steep Inclines' GQ Australia editorial stars Tommy Dunn, who is captured by the lens pf photographer Guy Aroch. The famed model sports a [retro winterwear wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oyabe) outfitted by stylist Jo Levin who dresses him in [dapper skier attire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-ski-2025). Tommy is slope-ready, wearing warm looks ranging from [patterned knits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-collection-1) and tweed jackets to wool snow suits. Taking inspiration from the 1930s era, this retro fashion story pays tribute to legendary ski champion Leo Gasperi. Featured in the publication's October/November 2012 issue, the Steep Inclines GQ Australia portrait series channels antique elegance. While it references the past, the editorial shines a light on modern menswear selects. From his elegant wardrobe and retro eyewear accessories to his dynamic poses, Tommy Dunn rivals a professional skier in this nostalgic and unexpected photoshoot. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Retro Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating new collections that blend vintage styles with modern design elements. - **Winterwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing sustainable and eco-friendly materials for winter clothing and gear. - **Portrait Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include using AI technology to enhance and automate the editing process for portrait photography. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include incorporating augmented reality technology to provide virtual fitting experiences for customers. - **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating smart technology into winter gear to track performance and provide personalized recommendations. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing compact and portable lighting solutions for on-location portrait photography. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Alpine Skiwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-fw2526-ski-collection.md) - [Alpine Luxury Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-mens-ski-collection.md) - [Heritage-Centric Alpine Skiwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oyabe.md) - [Bold Urban Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugg-autumn-winter-2025.md) - [Rugged Winter-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-collection-2.md) - [Alpine Couture Luxe Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lv-ski-2025.md) - [Luxe Après-Ski Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-apres-ski.md) - [Contemporary Skiwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dkny-tech.md) - [Fashion-Forward Ski Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-collection.md)