# Carousel Clown Couture Susanne Stemmer's Diva Magazine Series is Lavishly Dark By Meghan Young | Published 2010-09-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diva-magazine References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/DIVA-MAGAZINE/710371) & [susannestemmer](http://www.susannestemmer.com) The 'Diva Magazine' photo series is lavishly dark despite its [playful surroundings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1). Shot by Susanne Stemmer, these prints are definitely reflective of the photographer's creativity and style. Juxtaposing [tame and traditional clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025) with [stylized hair and makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign), the 'Diva Magazine' photo series transcends above the expected and boring. Even though there is so much to look at, the featured garments are never lost. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Glamour Fashion:** Opportunity to disrupt traditional fashion by incorporating dark and lavish elements into clothing designs. - **Creative Juxtaposition:** Chance to disrupt the photography industry by combining contrasting elements in visually captivating ways. - **Playful Elegance:** Opportunity to disrupt the beauty industry by offering playful yet sophisticated styling options for hair and makeup. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Exploring new frontiers in fashion design, integrating dark and lavish elements in clothing collections. - **Photography:** Exploring innovative approaches to juxtaposing contrasting elements in photo compositions for visually striking results. - **Beauty:** Developing playful yet elegant styling options for hair and makeup that offer a unique twist on traditional beauty practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Vibrant Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-primitivism.md)