# Dramatic 40s-Inspired Shoots This Beautiful Monochromatic Series Will Take You Back in Time By Sarah Dos Santos | Published 2013-11-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/40s-inspired References: [nextdoormodel](http://www.nextdoormodel.com/kelly-polk/) & [strangebeautifulart](http://www.strangebeautifulart.com/) This beautiful '40s inspired shoot by Ray Gutierrez will take you back to a simpler time. The beautiful Kelly Polk poses demurely, looking directly into your soul from behind a tree or over her shoulder, revealing modest, controlled beauty. Set in monochrome, the shoot really captures an old-time feeling. Her curled hair and [dark lips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) will take you back to [40s-inspired styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unseenbeauty-initiative) that continue to come back into modern style trends. Her fair skin contrasts strongly against her dark features, giving her a fairy tale-like look. She even resembles Snow White with her short black locks and symmetrical features. This '40s inspired shoot really captures a [timeless beauty and simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity). In only a black tank top, a chain necklace and shorts, she takes a casual spin on the look and makes it look natural and elegant. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **40s-inspired Fashion:** The resurgence in popularity of 40s-inspired fashion presents an opportunity for designers to create modern, yet timeless pieces that tap into nostalgia. - **Monochromatic Photography:** The use of monochrome in photography creates a classic and timeless aesthetic, presenting an opportunity for photographers to experiment with nostalgic nostalgia-inspired shoots. - **Minimalist Fashion:** The simplicity of the shoot presents an opportunity for minimalist fashion, presenting the idea that less can be more in terms of fashion and design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Designers can create modern, yet timeless pieces that tap into nostalgia inspired by vintage fashion from the 40s. - **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with nostalgic nostalgia-inspired shoots using monochrome, presenting a classic and timeless aesthetic. - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can incorporate minimalist fashion principles into their merchandising, using the idea that less is more to create elegant and simple fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Retro Doll-Themed Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-film-camera.md) - [Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peachy-dens-sweet-cheeks.md) - [Vintage Glamour Lipsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-beauty-icon-lipsticks.md)