# Beauty-Defining Exhibits 'Art of Attraction' is a Display of Western Ideals of Beauty By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-04-01 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-attraction References: [curatedmag](http://www.curatedmag.com/news/2011/03/30/art-of-attraction-photography-exhibition) & [thefloatgallery](http://www.thefloatgallery.com/) 'Art of Attraction' is an [exhibit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-like-heaven-art-exhibition) that was on display at the F.L.O.A.T. Gallery in New York. The images that were showcased revolved around the single theme of [human beauty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heathrow-airport). Each piece of work gave a new take on what is deemed beautiful and attractive. From tanned and muscular physiques to the slim and light-skinned, the images displayed a variety of ideals that make up the different preferences of beauty among western consumers. 'Art of Attraction' also portrayed a [hint of sexuality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks), which goes hand in hand with attraction. 'Art of Attraction' showcases what people believe beauty is, the actions people will go to become that ideal, and the interactions that occur between individuals who find themselves face to face with someone they deem attractive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Evolution of Beauty Standards:** The 'Art of Attraction' exhibit highlights the changing ideals of beauty in Western culture, presenting a disruptive innovation opportunity for the beauty industry to cater to a diverse range of preferences. - **Body Positivity Movement:** 'Art of Attraction' exhibits the shift towards embracing body diversity and challenging traditional beauty standards, offering a disruptive innovation opportunity for brands in the body positivity and self-acceptance sectors. - **Intersection of Beauty and Sexuality:** The portrayal of sexuality in 'Art of Attraction' highlights the growing trend of integrating beauty and sensuality, presenting a disruptive innovation opportunity for industries that combine the two, such as the adult entertainment and luxury fragrance sectors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty and Skincare:** The 'Art of Attraction' exhibit signifies an opportunity for the beauty and skincare industry to cater to a wider range of beauty standards and explore new product offerings. - **Fashion and Apparel:** The evolving ideals of beauty showcased in 'Art of Attraction' create a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion and apparel industry to embrace inclusivity and cater to diverse body types. - **Art and Gallery:** 'Art of Attraction' exhibits demonstrate an opportunity for the art and gallery industry to explore the intersection of beauty, attraction, and societal perceptions through thought-provoking exhibits and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beauty-Inspired Guided Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loreal-and-the-louvre.md) - [Cross-Cultural Artistic Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kasashima-gallery.md) - [Dynamic Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-in-motion-exhibition.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Fluid Function Art Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optical-flow.md) - [Industrial Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sized.md) - [Boundless Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frameless-experience.md) - [Sexuality-Exploring Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rude-arts-club.md) - [Health Object Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice.md)