# Industrial Rooftop Editorials The Fashion Magazine 'Skin Test' Editorial is Toughly Chic By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-10-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-magazine-skin-test-editorial References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/bekah-jenkins-leather-malina-corpadean-fashion-shoot/) & [fashionmagazine](http://www.fashionmagazine.com/) Situated in a concrete jungle, the Fashion Magazine 'Skin Test' editorial boasts [edgy leather separates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-spring-collection). In this spread, a decidedly edgy approach is taken to the [autumnal leather textures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir) that dominated Fall/Winter 2012 catwalks internationally. This piece, set on the industrial rooftops of New York, showcases the season's all-leather looks with a twist of strong femininity. Model Bekah Jenkins poses in seductive ways so as to portray a domineering heroine of female fashion empowerment. Photographer Malina Corpadean captures the alluring feel of this editorial with a careful attention to lighting. Stylist Annie Horth creates a second skin for the model with a range of [coats, tight dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhabit-collection) and showstopping shoes. The Fashion Magazine Skin Test editorial provides inspiration for domineeringly stylish dames. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 25% | 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) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Industrial Rooftop Fashion:** Fashion editorials shot on industrial rooftop locations provide a tough and edgy backdrop for showcasing stylish outfits. - **Autumnal Leather Textures:** The use of leather textures in Fall/Winter fashion collections presents an opportunity for creating unique and empowering designs. - **Female Fashion Empowerment:** Fashion editorials that portray women as domineering heroines highlight the growing trend of female empowerment in the industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Photography:** Photographers can explore industrial rooftop locations as a unique and edgy setting for capturing striking fashion editorials. - **Fashion Styling:** Stylists can experiment with incorporating autumnal leather textures into outfits to create bold and empowering looks. - **Women's Fashion:** The trend of female fashion empowerment opens up opportunities for designers to create clothing that embodies strength and confidence. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md)