# Surf-Inspired Hairstyles The Perfect Waves Editorial for Dealer De Luxe is Playful and Somber By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-perfect-waves References: [swipelife](http://swipelife.com/2011/02/28/the-perfect-waves-editorial-from-dealer-deluxe/) & [dealerdeluxe.fr](http://www.dealerdeluxe.fr/index.html) I can't help but really like the playful, yet somber mood displayed in The Perfect Waves editorial. As part of the Dealer De Luxe magazine's spring issue, it centers around one of the [hottest hairstyles for men right now](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/styling-expansion-line). Photographed by Barbara Donninelli, The Perfect Waves editorial features models Adel Jord, Alexandre Cunha, Francois Verkerk, Guillaume Varki, Jerry Fu, Luciano Rivarola, Marcello Alcaide and Michiel Gysel. Shot completely in [black and white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25), the shoot also has a rugged elegance that is handsomely becoming. Styled by Pascal Pache, The Perfect Waves editorial owes a debt of gratitude to hair stylist Stephane Forlay, who created each soaring [surf look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-almond-surf-collection). What do you think about The Perfect Waves editorial? Browse through the gallery and let me know. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Playful-somber Mood:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to incorporate contrasting emotions or experiences into products or services, creating a unique and engaging customer experience. - **Hottest Hairstyles for Men:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative haircare products or styling techniques that cater specifically to men's current hairstyle trends, capitalizing on the growing demand. - **Rugged Elegance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine rough and refined elements in various industries, such as fashion or interior design, to create products that appeal to customers seeking a balanced blend of sophistication and ruggedness. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new materials or techniques in fashion design to create garments that embody both playfulness and a somber mood, appealing to a diverse range of consumers. - **Haircare:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative hair products that can easily create and maintain the hottest hair trends for men, providing a hassle-free styling experience and meeting the needs of the growing male grooming market. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate elements of ruggedness and elegance in interior design, offering products and spaces that appeal to consumers seeking a balance of natural and refined aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Expressive Hair Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/main-character-hair.md) - [Wavy Hair Styling Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calistas-bodywaver.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Vintage Miami Beachwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spring-2024-menswear-collection.md) - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Hair-Styling Hotel Amenities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-beauty.md) - [Resort-Ready Beach Hairsprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-hairspray.md) - [Expression-Focused Haircare Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guido-palau.md)