# Surrealist Accessory Editorials Vogue Japan Beauty's Latest Feature Boasts Conceptual Makeup By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-makeup References: [beautyscene.net](http://www.beautyscene.net/beauty-2/larissa-hofmann-vogue-japan/) & [vogue.co.jp](http://www.vogue.co.jp) Larissa Hofmann pulls off conceptual makeup and the season's hottest accessories for the pages of [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club) Japan Beauty. The German model is captured by Sebastian Mader's lens and is styled by Anna Trevelyan. While Trevekyan opts for [chunky sandal and orb-like rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment) as her top accessory picks, this shoot's beauty artist Ayami Nishimura rejects tradition and experiments with conceptual makeup--linear face paint, neon lip liner and luminous highlighters. Hair styling for this Vogue Japan Beauty exclusive is courtesy of Shin Arima who creates a slicked back and classically elegant look for model Larissa Hofmann. Photographer Sebastian Mader bring surrealist imagery to life in this accessory feature and enhances images with a scenic, beach backdrop and chromatic hues that are high in contrast. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Conceptual Makeup:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the makeup industry to explore the use of unconventional and avant-garde makeup styles that push the boundaries of traditional makeup aesthetics. - **Chunky Accessories:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion industry to design and create chunky and oversized accessories that make a bold statement and elevate an outfit's overall style. - **Surrealist Imagery:** There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the photography industry to explore and experiment with surrealistic and dreamlike imagery that takes fashion editorials to the next level. ### Where This Applies - **Makeup:** The makeup industry has the potential to innovate and offer avant-garde makeup styles and products that cater to the changing tastes and preferences of consumers. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has the potential to create bold, chunky accessories that complement and enhance fashion looks while making a statement. - **Photography:** The photography industry has the potential to create surreal and dreamlike imagery that elevates fashion editorials and makes them more eye-catching and memorable. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Floral High-End Makeup Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camlia-futura.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Premium Beauty Make-Up Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-regard.md) - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Patisserie-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/este-lauder-x-ladure.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md)