# Statuesque Celeb Portrait Photos Natalie Portman Shows Us How French Chic is Done in Dior Magazine By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-03-03 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-magazine References: [fashiongonerogue](http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/natalie-portman-vision-dior-magazine-paolo-roversi/) & [dior](http://www.dior.com/magazine/int_en) Looking ethereal and statuesque, the gorgeous Natalie Portman captures the essence of French chic for her cover and editorial shoot in [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-2024-campaign) Magazine. Photographed by Paolo Roversi, the Dior Magazine shoot comes right after the delicately pretty actress starred in its ['Blooming Bouquet' fragrance ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-addict-1). Natalie Portman and Dior have become a successful team that always gets it right, and it's once again proven by this shoot for the quarterly spring Dior Magazine issue. The stunning Portman poses for the shoot in a series of [whimsical portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-vivier-holiday-2025) of sorts that have the star donning chic and ladylike designs by Raf Simons. The subtle and elegant shoot has Portman looking like a classic movie star from an era long-gone with her gracious swept-back hairstyle and sweet and flirty makeup. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **French Chic Fashion:** The trend of French chic fashion is growing with celebrities like Natalie Portman showcasing the style in high-end fashion magazines. - **Film Era Vibes:** The trend of capturing film era vibes in editorials and photoshoots is on the rise with sleek and elegant styles being used and portrayed by celebrities like Natalie Portman. - **Whimsical Portraiture:** The trend of using whimsical portraiture in fashion editorials -- as seen in Dior Magazine's latest issue featuring Natalie Portman -- creates an opportunity for innovative photographers to capture and showcase unique and imaginative portraits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion and apparel brands can capitalize on the trend of French chic fashion and create new lines that embody the style in a modern and unique way. - **Photography and Videography:** The trend of using film era vibes and whimsical portraiture in fashion shoots creates a transformative opportunity for photographers and videographers alike to showcase their unique style. - **Magazine Publishing:** Magazine publishers can embrace the trend of using unique and imaginative portraiture styles to attract and retain readership, as exemplified by Dior Magazine's latest issue featuring Natalie Portman. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Couture Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-2024-campaign.md) - [Iconic Singer-Starring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-and-diana-ross.md) - [Stylish City-Inspired Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diors-2024-collection.md) - [Luxury Brand Legacy Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-of-dreams.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Fashion-Inspired Amber Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-new-look.md) - [Holiday Gown Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nana-jacqueline.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Star Studded Luxury Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-studded.md)