# Checkered Couture Captures The Classic Check Vogue Taiwan Fashion Story is Classically Elegant By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-10 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-check-vogue-taiwan References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2013/09/tian-yi-vogue-taiwan-yossi-michawli.html) & [ateliermanagement](http://www.ateliermanagement.com) The 'Classic Check' [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club) Taiwan fashion story highlights the timelessly elegant print. Modelled by Tian Yi, the photoshoot's classically chic outerwear garments range from square and sculptural coats to layered cape pieces. Wardrobe stylist Melaney Oldenof dresses the model in a series of [colorful looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25) that nod to the past while remaining modern. Captured by the lens of photographer Yossi Michawli, the 'Classic Check' Vogue Taiwan image series sets the tone for the coming winter season. In addition to the photoshoot's timeless wardrobe, makeup artist Deanna Melluso's fresh-faced and full-browed looks transform Tian Yi into a modern-day fashionista. Proving that one can remain both stylish and warm during the harsh winter season, this elegant editorial remixes [classic coat pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-classics) for a new generation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Timeless Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative materials or techniques to create modern yet timeless fashion pieces. - **Elevated Outerwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design outerwear garments that are both sculptural and functional, offering a fresh twist on classic styles. - **Nostalgic Revival:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine vintage-inspired elements with modern aesthetics to create fashion looks that evoke a sense of nostalgia. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and sustainability into the fashion design process for a more sustainable and efficient industry. - **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new techniques, such as using virtual reality or augmented reality, to create immersive and interactive fashion photography experiences. - **Makeup Artistry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative makeup products or techniques that enhance natural beauty while staying on-trend with current fashion looks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Gingham-Forward Apparel Edits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maison-amorys-gingham-edit.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Fashion Brand Christmas Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-winter-tale.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md)