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# Mysteriously Glam Couples
Sergio de Luz's Black Mask Series is Full of Narrative and Style

By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-22 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-mask
References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Black-Mask-Editoria-l-for-El-Duende-Magazine-113/1880755) & [sergiodeluz](http://www.sergiodeluz.com)

It has been a while since a well-executed Mad Men-style photo shoot has come along, so it is with pleasure that the Black Mask series is received. Full of mystery, intrigue and [glamorous looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat), this 60s-inspired spread has anything and everything a connoisseur of this time could ask for.

Shot by Madrid-based fashion photographer Sergio de Luz, the Black Mask photo series graces the pages of El Duende Magazine's 113 issue. With as much of a focus on narrative as on fashion, the Black Mask editorial will satisfy readers on many different levels. Although captured on a very [minimalist set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit), it allows the viewer to really center in on the emotions expressed as well as the styling of the shoot, which was done by Blanca Puebla.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.1/10
- Popularity: 59% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Mad Men-style Photo Shoots:** Opportunity for photographers and fashion magazines to create well-executed and visually captivating photo shoots reminiscent of Mad Men.
- **Mystery and Glamour:** Demand for fashion editorials and spreads that incorporate elements of mystery, intrigue, and glamorous looks for a captivating visual narrative.
- **Minimalist Set Photography:** Emerging trend of capturing emotions and styling in fashion photography through minimalist set designs to create a strong visual impact.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for fashion photographers to experiment with narrative-driven shoots that evoke the essence of a particular era while incorporating modern elements.
- **Fashion Magazines:** Chance for fashion magazines to showcase editorial spreads inspired by iconic eras, bringing a sense of nostalgia and storytelling to their readers.
- **Fashion Styling:** Scope for fashion stylists to create visually captivating looks that combine elements of mystery and glamour, offering a fresh take on classic styles.

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