# Edgy Actress Transformations Jessica Chastain Channels a Punk for W Magazine By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-10-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actress-transformation References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2015/10/jessica-chastain-w-magazine-steven-klein.html) & [wmagazine](http://www.wmagazine.com) Steven Klein captures W Magazine's latest cover story that boasts a dramatic actress transformation. The cover story's star Jessica Chastain is known for an impressive acting resume and pulls off a series of looks that are unexpected and [punk-inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection). W Magazine's most recent actress transformation is executed with [heavy eyeliner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-decay-x-m3gan), pink hair and edgy wardrobe staples. Hair stylist Shay Ashual works with makeup artist Sammy Mourabit to transform Jessica's red-haired and natural look while stylist Edward Enninful curates her wardrobe. In addition to her fuchsia tresses, the award-winning actress also dons a platinum-haired pixie cut. Though associated with a more classic Old Hollywood look, Jessica Chastain proves she can pull off any character transformation. Highlighting staples from [Givenchy Haute Couture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mask-fit-red-cushion), Proenza Schouler and Atelier Versace, this mage series shows off the conservative star's wild side. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Actress Transformations:** Opportunity for makeup and hair product companies to focus on edgy, punk-inspired looks for the entertainment industry. - **Fashion Industry Transformations:** Opportunity for fashion designers to explore new edgy and punk-inspired designs to cater to a wider audience. - **Magazine Cover Transformations:** Opportunity for magazine publishers to come up with unique and unconventional cover stories that feature popular figures in unconventional styles. ### Where This Applies - **Cosmetics Industry:** Opportunity for cosmetics companies to create products that cater to the rising trend of punk-inspired makeup looks. - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for fashion designers to break free from conventional designs and offer more unconventional, edgy designs that cater to a younger and more daring audience. - **Publishing Industry:** Opportunity for magazine publishers to tap into a wider audience by featuring popular figures in unconventional and edgy photo shoots that highlight their transformative power. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grungy Movie-Inspired Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-magic-beauty.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Actress-Backed Handbag Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galleria-handbag.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Horror Doll Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-decay-x-m3gan.md)