# Narcotics-Inspired Editorials The Cut #10 Takes a Cue from Breaking Bad By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-01-08 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cut-10 References: [itsnicethat](http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/photography-thomas-albdorf) & [thomasalbdorf](http://www.thomasalbdorf.com/cut10crystalmethod.html) The Cut #10 issue features a brilliant Crystal Meth-inspired editorial shot by the versatile Thomas Albdorf. The shoot follows the explosive finale of Breaking Bad, the popular [HBO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrangler-x-the-last-of-us) series that has helped “meth” re-enter our everyday vernacular. A set of anonymous, gloved hands carry out some [chemistry experiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innocean-berlin); however, instead of yielding the amphetamine, these experiments produce some shiny, [crystal baubles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev). The creative presentation of these luminous accessories makes them even more intriguing to potential consumers—especially if they happen to be Breaking Bad fans. Moreover, Albdorf proves that his abstract, personal style (he normally dabbles in conceptual photography) can translate into editorial work with the cleverly titled ‘Crystal Method’ editorial for The Cut Magazine’s tenth issue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Drug-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create edgy, drug-themed clothing lines inspired by popular TV series like Breaking Bad. - **Conceptual Editorial Photography:** Growing demand for personal, abstract style editorial photography like Thomas Albdorf's work for The Cut #10. - **Crystal-inspired Accessories:** Potential market for shiny, crystal baubles inspired by Breaking Bad's crystal meth production process as seen in The Cut #10 editorial. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can tap into the demand for edgy, drug-inspired clothing lines and accessories like the Crystal Method editorial featured in The Cut #10. - **Photography:** Opportunities for innovative editorial photographers like Thomas Albdorf to explore their personal style and gain exposure in mainstream publications. - **Entertainment:** TV shows and movies like Breaking Bad can inspire fashion and design trends, creating new market opportunities for related merchandise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wholesome Kingpin Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorners-super-bowl.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Limited-Edition Designer-Forward Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-market.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Drug-Themed April Fool's Gags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innocean-berlin.md) - [Crime-Inspired Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aprs-x-liquid-death.md) - [Edgy High-Impact Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazypills.md) - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md)