# Hitch-Hiking Desert Snaps The Elle Mexico February Cover Shoot Showcases Local Fashion By Marriska Fernandes | Published 2012-02-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle-mexico-february-cover-shoot References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/anna-polina-maxine-santiago-ruisenor-elle-mexico-february-2012/) The [Elle Mexico](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksubi-by-elle-collection) February cover shoot is filled with exquisite dresses that show the models’ perfectly tanned skin. The Elle Mexico February 2012 cover shoot is shot by photographer Santiago Ruisenor. The shoot features some of the hottest designs by local Mexican designers styled by the talented Pamela Ocampo. The fashion shoot features models Anna, Polina and Maxine who sport figure-hugging dresses in warm and neutral shades. The shoot takes place in the [sun-soaked and humid Cabo San Lucas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection). It celebrates local designers and abstract prints that are quite popular in the Western regions. The Elle Mexico February cover shoot features [fashionable summer dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-fifth): the perfect wardrobe staple for the warmer months. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Local Fashion Design:** Supporting local designs showcased through fashion editorials. - **Abstract Prints:** Continued popularity of abstract prints in fashion design. - **Figure-hugging Dresses:** Continued popularity of figure-hugging dresses in fashion design. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Creating marketing campaigns that celebrate local designers and their designs. - **Photography:** Creating photoshoots that showcase local designs and sensibilities. - **Editorial:** Producing editorial content that creates a narrative arc around local designs featuring models in figure-hugging designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Enchanting Mediterranean Swim Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-del-sol-collection.md) - [Resort-Ready Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-oliver.md) - [Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Fashion-Forward Beauty Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smashbox-x-ilka.md) - [Dreamy Summer Swimwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangls-mirage-drop.md) - [Sun-Soaked Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection.md)