# Vintage Melancholy Editorials Waiting In Vain by Aaron Feaver Boasts a 50s and 60s Vibe By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-07-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waiting-in-vain-by-aaron-feaver References: [bentrovatoblog](http://bentrovatoblog.com/photography/waiting-in-vain-by-aaron-feaver/) & [feaverishphotography](http://feaverishphotography.com/) Waiting in Vain by Aaron Feaver is a stunning story about a young woman who is waiting for her lover at a hotel. The man she waits for never shows up, and this casts a broken-hearted feeling upon the model's face. The stylist Shannon Roxanna adorned the model in [colorful dresses, blouses, high-waisted shorts, blazers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artless-forevers-fall-25) and thigh-high tights. The models hair by Yasuko Shapiro is parted to the side, and textured in the front. This [seductive and feminine editorial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) has a [50s and 60s-inspired feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25), and the model is captured with red lipstick and bronzed cheeks. The model is photographed along the staircase, dim hallways, bathroom and entranceway of the hotel. Aaron Feaver is a Los Angeles-based photographer, and this editorial represents his talent in the industry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to capitalize on the popularity of 50s and 60s aesthetics by creating clothes and accessories with a retro feel. - **Nostalgic Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to create captivating editorial shoots that evoke feelings of nostalgia and longing. - **Feminine Storytelling:** Opportunity for creative professionals to tell powerful stories through fashion editorials that highlight the emotions and experiences of women. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can embrace a vintage aesthetic and incorporate it into their designs to cater to the growing demand for nostalgic fashion. - **Photography:** Photographers can specialize in capturing nostalgic and emotional moments through their editorial work, offering a unique and compelling perspective for clients. - **Publishing:** Publishing companies can feature more storytelling-driven fashion editorials in their magazines to engage readers and showcase the artistic talents of photographers and stylists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Vintage Modern Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/module-capsule-collection.md) - [Gingham-Forward Apparel Edits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-amorys-gingham-edit.md) - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md)