# Ethereal Fairy Photography Atelier by Stefan Giftthaler is Full of Soft and Subtle Beauty By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-05-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-by-stefan-giftthaler References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Atelier/1010001) & [stefangiftthaler](http://www.stefangiftthaler.com/) Atelier by Stefan Giftthaler is a soft and [dreamy photo series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-life-1) featuring a model in various styles of soft and subtle garments. The styling of the photos helps to emphasize the dreamlike effect the series means to evoke, but the softly focused lens is what really makes the series stand out. One photo in the Atelier by Stefan Giftthaler series features the model [climbing a ladder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ladder-series) while wearing fairy wings with a faded pink ballerina-style skirt. It is sharply focused at the top, but as your eye moves through the image, the focus softens, creating a very dreamy effect. Full of subtle beauty, the Atelier by Stefan Giftthaler photo series will have you feeling as if in a dream. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: 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 - **Soft-focus Photography:** Exploring the use of soft-focus lenses and dreamy effects in photography. - **Dreamlike Imagery:** Developing imagery that creates a sense of surrealism and otherworldliness. - **Fantasy Fashion:** Combining fashion with fantasy elements to create unique and ethereal looks. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** Using soft-focus and dreamlike effects to promote fashion clothing and accessories. - **Fantasy Entertainment:** Creating immersive experiences through the use of fantasy elements and ethereal imagery. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating dreamlike and surreal elements into decorating spaces for a unique and whimsical design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Ethereal Light Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peter-kovacsy.md) - [Fairytale-Inspired Beauty Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairytales-collection.md) - [AI-Generated Poetic Photo Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emilio-alarcn.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Playful Sculptural Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1.md) - [Handcrafted Fall Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-solana.md) - [Curated Summer Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection.md)