# Modern Cleopatra Portraits Cate Blanchett by Annie Leibovitz Dazzles in Vanity Fair By Ayman | Published 2008-12-30 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cate-blanchett-annie-leibovitz-vanity-fair-february-2009 References: [fashiontography.blogspot](http://fashiontography.blogspot.com/2008/12/cate-blanchett-annie-leibovitz-vanity.html) & [vanityfair](http://www.vanityfair.com/culture/features/2009/02/cate-blanchett200902) One of my favorite actresses, Cate Blanchett, is featured in a [captivating photoshoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) by the legendary Annie Leibovitz in the February 2009 issue of Vanity Fair magazine. In the shoot, Cate Blanchett is styled by Michael Roberts as Cleopatra in a [John Galliano gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025). She also channels a Chekhov heroine backstage in a sweeping blood red [Nina Ricci gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galleria-handbag). **Implications** - The huge contrast between her surroundings and her clothing makes for a very interesting set of photographs. It almost dims down her overly-dressed style, posing in what looks like a very old theater. Cate Blanchett is brimming with confidence that you can't help but smile at as you browse through the graceful editorial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modern Cleopatra Portraits:** There is an opportunity for photographers and stylists to create unique and captivating portraits by modernizing iconic historical figures like Cleopatra. - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can leverage the concept of creating photoshoots in contrasting and unexpected settings to produce innovative and bold editorials. - **Reviving Historical Fashion:** Designers have the chance to revive historical fashion by incorporating it into modern-day clothing and accessories. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** The photography industry can use the idea of modernizing historical figures for photoshoots to create compelling and eye-catching images. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate historical fashion trends into modern pieces to create unique and bold designs. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can use the concept of modernizing historical figures to create thought-provoking and eye-catching pieces that challenge traditional representation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Actress Retail Brand Ambassador](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-global-brand-ambassador.md) - [Celebrity Brand Ambassadorships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-taps-cate-blanchett.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Actor-Endorsed High-End Jewelry Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serpenti-line.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Designer Holiday Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-1.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md)