# Haute Houndstooth Editorials The Szach Mat Fashion Story Mixes Clashing Patterns By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-12-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szach-mat References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/fresh-faces/piotr-grzadziel-ilona-celina-rorzkowska/) & [ilonacelina](http://ilonacelina.com) The 'Szach Mat' editorial shines a light on patterned menswear classics. From stripes and gingham to the timeless houndstooth textile, this fashion story gets ready for winter in style. Piotr Grządziel is lensed by photographer Ilona Celina Rorzkowska who captures him in a series of high contrast black and white portraits. The stoic model sports a [monochromatic wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-tag-collection) hand-picked by stylist Ewelina Napieralska that consists of preppy collared shirts, heavy knits and bowtie accessories. The 'Szach Mat' portrait series is a modern take on [timeless menswear pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-touch-by-bugatchi) that embrace a clean cut and classic style inspiration. Mixing unlikely prints, the model pulls of a combination of houndstooth, gingham and stripes, all showcased in a palette of simplistic black and white tones. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Clashing Patterns:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create bold and unique designs by mixing unlikely patterns. - **Monochromatic Wardrobe:** Opportunity for luxury clothing brands to create collections that focus on clean cuts and classic styles using black and white tones. - **Timeless Menswear Classics:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to cater to the demand for timeless menswear pieces that embrace a classic style inspiration. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation can be explored in the fashion industry through the creation of bold and unique designs. - **Luxury Clothing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be explored by luxury clothing brands that focus on clean cuts and classic styles. - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation can be explored in the fashion retail industry by offering a range of timeless menswear pieces that embrace classic style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Evolutionary Menswear Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ss-daley-1.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Modern Tailored Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-ss26.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Seasonal Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siegelman-stable-1.md) - [Sophisticated Menswear Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-men.md) - [Gingham-Forward Apparel Edits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-amorys-gingham-edit.md)