# Entirely Gilded Editorials The Elle France A Girl in Gold Photoshoot Features Metallic Elements By Jordy E | Published 2014-12-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-girl-in-gold References: [fashioncopious.typepad](http://fashioncopious.typepad.com/fashioncopious/2014/12/a-girl-in-gold-karlie-kloss-by-nico-for-elle-france-december-2014.html) & [elle.fr](http://www.elle.fr) The Elle France A Girl In Gold editorial provides an exceptionally gilded look at model Karlie Kloss. In line with the title is the use of [metallic accessories and cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24k-holiday-advent-calendar), all of which resonate with looks that are most often seen around the holidays. Stylist Julie Chanut-Bombard matched the gold motifs that are central to this high fashion photoshoot with [golden rings, earrings and accent nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment). These additions were far from ordinary as Kloss sported cuffs and thin jewelry pieces, each one standing out amid a plain grey backdrop. One of the most striking elements at play was the use of [bright, shimmering make up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-express). Thick sparkles were paired with blue eyeliner, taking the entire editorial over the top as Elle France made the case for daring beauty tricks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Metallic Beauty:** Beauty industry players can explore the use of metallic make-up and accessories to create a daring and eye-catching look. - **Gilded Fashion:** Fashion designers can incorporate metallic accents and accessories to create a luxurious and elegant look. - **Holiday Glamour:** Marketers can use the holiday season to promote gilded and luxurious fashion and beauty products. ### Where This Applies - **Beauty:** Beauty companies can explore the use of metallic make-up and accessories to create a daring and eye-catching look to stand out in the market. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate metallic accents and accessories to create a luxurious and high-end design to attract consumers. - **Marketing:** Marketing agencies can leverage the holiday season glamor to promote gilded and luxurious fashion and beauty products to the target audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bedazzled High-End Makeup Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-2024-makeup.md) - [Playful Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademoiselle-jules.md) - [Sustainable High-Quality Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erin-tracy.md) - [Tarnish-Resistant Jewelry Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaire-cos-winter-edit.md) - [Gilded Hair Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zara-hair.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Whimsical High-Fashion Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-vivier-holiday-2025.md) - [Festive French Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/szanes-holiday-line.md)