# Blunt Blonde Bangs The Series 'Barfly' by Mansoor Bhatti Features Gritty and Covert Captures By Meghan Young | Published 2011-09-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barfly-by-mansoor-bhatti References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Barfly/2053474) & [immb.info](http://www.immb.info) Devilishly dark and sensually gritty, the photo series titled Barfly by Mansoor Bhatti is filled with edgy looks that are great, [bold looks for the autumn season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025). As though channeling her inner Agent Sydney Bristow from the TV show 'Alias,' model Michelle Hay dons various wigs and outfits in order to appear quite covert. From [sexy lingerie looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty) to touch biker chic garments, the photo series Barfly by Mansoor Bhatti nevertheless has a Gothic glam vibe to it that gives Hay's a rather tragic look more than anything else. Flitting between color and [black-and-white shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25), the Dubai-based photographer, assisted by Moazmi, uses an expertly set up light system to create each subtly dramatic scene. Makeup artist Zera Azmi and hairstylist Eddie Sanyer also worked on Barfly by Mansoor Bhatti. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dark Glam Aesthetics:** Opportunity for innovative products and services that combine darkness, sensuality, and boldness for the autumn season. - **Covert Fashion Photography:** Disruptive potential for photographers to create edgy and secretive fashion captures that evoke mystery and intrigue. - **Gothic-inspired Fashion:** Emerging market for clothing and accessories that embrace a tragic, Gothic glam aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to explore new techniques and styles to capture edgy and alluring fashion moments. - **Beauty and Makeup:** Potential for makeup artists and beauty brands to create dark and sensually dramatic looks for the autumn season. - **Fashion Retail:** Emerging market for fashion retailers to offer Gothic-inspired clothing and accessories that appeal to those seeking a dark and tragic aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clip-in Curtain Bangs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipin-bangs.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Glam Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-spicy-glam-bar.md) - [Balayage-Inspired False Lashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balayage-wispies.md) - [Edgy Cruelty-Free Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barry-m-beauty.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)