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# Gelled Rooftop Fashion
Marloes Horst's Slick Style in Elle Russia February 2010

By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-01-27 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elle-russia-february-2010
References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--Rooftop-glamour-Marloes-Horst-2877.html)

Slicked back hair is definitely the look of 2010, and the Elle Russia February 2010 issue plays it up well with a variety of different looks.

Dutch model Marloes Horst looks sultry in [cut-out dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity), sheer lace and dynamic pant suits. Horst also rocks the [smoky eye look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) in every shot which works great with her [simple yet sexy hairstyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/djerf-avenue-beauty). Check out the photos of Horst's rooftop editorial in the Elle Russia February 2010 issue above.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.9/10
- Popularity: 67% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Slicked Back Hair:** Opportunity for haircare brands to develop innovative products and styling techniques for achieving the popular sleek hairstyle.
- **Cut-out Dresses:** Fashion designers can explore the use of cut-out designs to create bold and sexy looks in their collections.
- **Smoky Eye Look:** Makeup brands can capitalize on the trend by creating smoky eye palettes and tutorials for consumers to recreate the sultry look.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Haircare:** Haircare brands can offer products like gel or pomade specifically designed to achieve the slicked back hairstyle.
- **Fashion:** Fashion designers can incorporate cut-out designs into their clothing lines, catering to the demand for bold and provocative fashion.
- **Makeup:** Makeup brands can develop and market smoky eye makeup kits, targeting consumers who want to recreate the popular look.

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