# Eccentric Skater Couture The Youthfully Vibrant Fashion Story by Toni Smailagic Exudes a Fun Air By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-04-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toni-smailagic References: [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/agencies/request-models/louis-mayhew-miguel-vazquez-kern-charles-toni-smailagic/) & [malemodelscene.net](http://www.malemodelscene.net/photography/toni-smailagic/) Models Louis Mayhew, Miguel Vazquez and Kern Charles are captured in a vibrant new image series by photographer Toni Smailagic. Smailagic captures the youthful trio as they [skate and pose streetside](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future) while dressed in a whimsical and flamboyant wardrobe of [expressive streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens) and unconventional accessory pieces. This wildly fun image series features styled by Mike Stallings who handpicks the model's eye-catching ensemble pieces. From electric hued trousers and neon tank combinations to an array of crowned and studded custom headpieces, this edgy and urban editorial displays subtle undertones of [modern tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take). This fierce fashion story by photographer Toni Smailagic defies tradition thanks to its carefree model stars and fearlessly styled wardrobe of highlighter hued statement garments, eccentric hats and eye-catching jewelry accessories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Highlighter Hues:** The use of bold, neon colors in fashion is a disruptive innovation opportunity for designers to create eye-catching statement pieces. - **Streetwear Expressiveness:** The incorporation of unconventional accessories and expressive streetwear in fashion presents an opportunity for designers to push the boundaries of traditional fashion norms. - **Modern Tribalism:** The fusion of tribal and modern elements in fashion provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for designers to create unique and culturally influenced designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from embracing bold, neon colors, unconventional accessories, and tribal-inspired designs to attract a younger, more expressive market segment. - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can capitalize on the trend of capturing models in vibrant streetwear and unconventional accessories, creating visually striking campaigns that resonate with a younger audience. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can explore opportunities to create eccentric hats, eye-catching jewelry pieces, and unconventional headpieces to meet the growing demand for unique and expressive accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Vibrant Skate Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sorry-in-advance.md) - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Avant-Garde High Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens.md) - [Skateboarding Heritage Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Offbeat Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by.md)