# Edgy Seaside Editorials The ELLE Poland August 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Maria Loks By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle-poland-august-2014 References: [fashiongonerogue](http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/maria-loks-embraces-summer-elle-poland-shoot-agata-pospieszynska/) & [elle.pl](http://www.elle.pl/) The ELLE Poland August 2014 cover shoot is full of edgy ensembles that are perfect for the summer, just possibly not the seaside location they are captured in. Although the crashing waves and rocky land of the sun drenched beach provides a dramatic location that enhances the [striking qualities of the outfit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam), the looks are more suited to an urban setting, perhaps even a nighttime one. Shot by photographer Agata Pospieszynska of AF Photo, the ELLE Poland August 2014 cover shoot stars homegrown model Maria Loks. The blonde beauty is clad in pieces from such labels as Givenchy, Louis Vuitton and more by stylist Ina Lekiewicz. The [glam metallic and sheer looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat) are perfected with choppy locks by hair stylist Kacper Rczkowski and a [flawless face by makeup artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) Marianna Yurkiewicz. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Edgy Seaside Fashion:** Opportunities for creating unconventional fashion that combine beach-wear with an edgy style that suits the summer. - **Dramatic Urban Fashion:** Innovations that merge dramatic outdoor settings with city-appropriate fashion. - **Glam Metallic Fashion:** Exploring ways to integrate metallic materials into high fashion pieces for a bold look. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Creating bold and innovative fashion designs that defy convention and combine diverse styles. - **Photography:** Utilizing the natural beauty of outdoor locations to enhance fashion photography and capture striking images. - **Makeup and Hair:** Experimenting with bold and unconventional hair and makeup styles that complement dramatic fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Island-Inspired Summer Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sel-de-mer.md) - [Sun-Soaked Resort Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-hour-getaway-collection.md) - [Collaborative Luxe Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty.md) - [Sustainable Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animalia.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md)