# Ethereal Woodland Editorials The Dark Forest Design Scene Exclusive Features Ornate Accessories By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-10-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-forest-design-scene References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2012/10/dark-forest-koty-2.html) & [koty2](http://www.koty2.com) The 'Dark Forest' Design Scene Exclusive editorial stars MagTeam model Gabi, who is captured by photographer team Koty 2. Gabi is a vision in a [floor-length frock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025) and an over-the-top headpiece that gives her an ethereal goddess look. The model is lensed against a wooded backdrop that is [muted and monochromatic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25), adding to its air of mystique. Gabi's wild and wavy locks are the work of hair stylist Maciej Adamczyk, who works alongside makeup artist Ewa Nowacka to give her a spooky yet sultry beauty look. Styling duo Klaudia Wcislo and Rozena GreyBlack dress the model in a [glamorous gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein) by designer Anna Wiszniewska, pairing it with Pat Guzik's elaborately crowned headpiece. The 'Dark Forest' Design Scene Editorial exudes elegance and femininity without losing its sense of mystery and allure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 78% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ethereal Woodland Aesthetics:** Opportunity to innovate on clothing lines, accessories and props that captures the feminine yet dark ethereal aesthetics seen in the editorial - **Mystical Nature Photography:** Innovative techniques or equipment for capturing the beauty of woodland backdrops in a muted and monochromatic tone - **Sultry Spooky Beauty Look:** Opportunity for makeup and hair products that focus on achieving a sultry and spooky beauty look ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** Clothing, accessory and prop designers can explore creating lines that incorporate the feminine yet dark ethereal aesthetics seen in the editorial - **Photography Industry:** Innovative camera equipment and techniques may be developed that focus on capturing dense, wooded backdrops in muted and monochromatic tones - **Beauty Industry:** Opportunities abound for makeup and hair styling products that help achieve a spooky yet sultry beauty look ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Concept Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Mythical Forest-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grun-collection.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md)