# Lush Melancholy Editorials Raul Romo Photographed Ally Ertel for a C-Heads Exclusive By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-07-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ally-ertel References: [c-heads](http://www.c-heads.com/2014/06/29/ally-ertel-by-raul-romo-for-c-heads/) & [raulromo](http://www.raulromo.com/) San Diego-based photographer Raul Romo shot iridescent beauty Ally Ertel for a C-Heads exclusive editorial. Romo explains, “We shot this at the lovely Malibu Phoenix Retreat, a beautiful event location specializing in weddings and parties." Ertel's patrician coloring, wheat-blonde hair and deep, cerulean eyes catch the light in unexpected ways, causing her to practically shimmer. Her eyes were further enhanced by makeup artist Megan Porschen, who applied a white liner to the inner eye crease and lash line. Everything else was kept subtle, but with a slight sheen that further illuminated and radiated Ertel's outstanding presence. Stylist Promise Newell finished up the look with crisp, light ensembles, including a pair of white pleated pants. However, despite her gorgeous, lush surroundings, Ertel doesn't look especially thrilled. Fortunately, her melancholy doesn't affect her loveliness; she is just as luminous as ever. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Iridescent Beauty:** The trend of using iridescent makeup and styling to create a mesmerizing and unique look. - **Subtle Sheen:** The trend of using subtle, glossy finishes in makeup and fashion to enhance natural beauty. - **Lush Melancholy:** The trend of capturing melancholic beauty in fashion editorials, showcasing a contrasting mix of sadness and elegance. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Event and Wedding Planning:** Opportunity for event and wedding planners to create unique and mesmerizing experiences by incorporating iridescent elements. - **Beauty and Cosmetics:** Opportunity for beauty brands to create new iridescent product lines that enhance natural features. - **Fashion and Styling:** Opportunity for fashion designers and stylists to experiment with melancholic aesthetics and incorporate subtle sheen in their collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Alluring Pressed Eye-Color Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressed-eyecolor.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [California-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-holiday.md) - [Timelessly Charming Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mi-amor-collection.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Luxury Resort Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteurs-resort-2025-collection.md) - [Luminous Gloss-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-art-week.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md)