# Clownish Dolly Photography Stefan Giftthaler's Doll House Series is Playful and Mysterious By Meghan Young | Published 2011-06-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doll-house References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Doll-House/1198435) & [stefangiftthaler](http://www.stefangiftthaler.com) Although the Doll House photo series is a very playful photoshoot, there is nevertheless a dramatic and dark edge to it that creates an interesting vibe. In fact, there is a rather mysterious aesthetic to the entire shoot that gives it a magical yet disturbing feel. Shot by Milan-based fashion photographer Stefan Giftthaler, it is no wonder that the Doll House photo series has a darker edge. In fact, what is surprising is that there is actually something lighthearted and fun about photoshoot. Giftthaler is known for his mellow, slightly creepy and even depressing shoots. The Doll House photo series instead has a more [whimsical look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good) that makes me recall the days when I used to [play dress-up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dress-to-impress-mystery-models). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Dark Playful Photography:** Idea for a photography business that combines a dark aesthetic with a playful and whimsical theme. - **Mystery-inspired Fashion Shoots:** Opportunity for fashion industry to feature more mystery-inspired shoots that have a magical yet dark feel. - **Disturbing Whimsy Art Projects:** Idea for artists and creatives to explore the combination of disturbing and whimsical elements in their projects. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Photography:** Industry that can take advantage of the trend of creating darker yet whimsical fashion shoots. - **Art:** Disturbing whimsy art projects can be created in various mediums such as painting, sculpture, or mixed media. - **Toy and Doll Industry:** Opportunity for the toy and doll industry to create more unconventional doll sets that combine playful and unsettling elements. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dollhouse-concept.md) - [Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll.md) - [Playful Toy-Like Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frunchroom-furniture-collection.md) - [Retro Doll-Themed Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-film-camera.md) - [Whimsical Childlike Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-eternal-child.md) - [Playful Sculptural Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1.md) - [Film-Inspired Bright Doll Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-mojo-dojo-casa-house.md) - [Living Condition Awareness Dollhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unwelcome-home.md) - [Whimsical High-Fashion Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-vivier-holiday-2025.md)