# Insect-Infested Editorials This Vice Magazine Shoot by Ed Zipco is Crawling With Beauty By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-01-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ed-zipco References: [vicestyle](http://vicestyle.com/en/features/shoot/gallery/lady-bugs) Photographer Ed Zipco is no stranger to [unique and controversial photo shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by). His latest work for [Vice Magazine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentynine-zine) combines two gorgeous models and [thousands of ladybugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-bugs). The models are beautifully styled, and the ladybugs add color and depth to an otherwise plain background. This interesting shoot by Ed Zipco is hard to see without scratching your skin a few times. We're not sure where he got the inspiration from, but view the gallery for the stunning shots. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 44% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-inspired Fashion:** There is an opportunity to create a new fashion trend that highlights the beauty and sustainability of insects, a previously-shunned topic. - **Nature-inspired Photography:** There is an opportunity to create photography trends that incorporate unconventional elements, such as insects, to add depth and uniqueness. - **Insect Conservation Awareness:** There is an opportunity to raise awareness about the beauty and importance of insects in ecological systems through thought-provoking media. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Insect-inspired fashion trends can be created with sustainable materials and fabrics that highlight the beauty of these fascinating creatures. - **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with incorporating unconventional elements, such as insects, in their work to create unique and interesting visual content. - **Conservation:** The use of insects in media can be leveraged as a tool to raise awareness about the importance of insect conservation and the overall ecological impact of their existence. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Style-Conscious Anti-Insect Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosqo-bug-zapper.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Insect-Inspired Technical Baggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metamorphosis-collection.md) - [Insect-Inspired Bronze Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-bronze-sculptures.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Life-Sized Puzzled Insect Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insect-collection.md) - [Fly-Attracting Seltzer Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truly-hard-seltzer-ad.md) - [Wasp Perspective Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfectly-imperfect.md) - [Art-Tech Zine Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentynine-zine.md)