# Oriental Opulence Portraits The Grand Masters Vogue China Editorial Shows Cultural Couture By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-11-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-masters References: [beautyscene.net](http://www.beautyscene.net/beauty-shoots/the-grand-masters-by-mario-testino-for-vogue-china-december-2013/) & [beautyscene.net](http://www.beautyscene.net) 'The Grand Masters' image series by Mario Testino is featured in the latest issue of [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-collection2) China. The editorial highlights an Oriental-inspired wardrobe of hand-embroidered robes, patterned silk tunics and sculptural headdress accessories that are worn by model Tian Yi and a group of talented Chinese Opera actors. In addition to an ethnically-infused wardrobe, the photoshoot highlights surreal beauty looks that are courtesy of makeup artist James Kaliardos. Tian Yi pulls off over-the-top eyeshadow looks that are enhanced by [patterned contact lens inserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kustaa-saksi1). Gracing the Asian publication's December 2013 issue, 'The Grand Masters' Vogue China editorial embraces opulent styling while celebrating China's [rich history and culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-lunar-new-year-campaign). The editorial fuses elegant model captures with Opera actor poses and colorfully patterned wardrobe picks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cultural Couture:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include exploring diverse cultures to inspire and diversify fashion lines. - **Surreal Beauty:** Innovative opportunities include integrating cultural and artistic elements into beauty looks, allowing for unique expression and creativity. - **Ethnic Fusion:** Exploring ethnic fusion in fashion and beauty can lead to innovative and inclusive designs that cater to diverse consumer groups. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage cultural influences and diverse styles to create inclusive and innovative designs that appeal to wider consumer groups. - **Beauty:** The beauty industry can integrate artistic cultural elements into beauty looks, allowing for unique expression and creativity that caters to diverse consumer groups. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can celebrate cultural history and diversity, and inspire audiences by creating inclusive and culturally rich pieces that celebrate global histories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lunar New Year Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-campaign1.md) - [Chinese Luxury Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zouxin.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Chinese High Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kong-jewelry-group.md) - [Cross-Cultural Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models.md) - [Chinese Tradition-Celebrating Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-chinese-new-years.md) - [Culturally-Inspired Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-travel-campaign.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Elegant New Year-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-wang-2024.md)