# Real Life Cartoon Couture The Harper's Bazaar China ‘London’ Editorial Celebrates Urba By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-10-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harpers-bazaar-china-london References: [fashioncow](http://fashioncow.com/2012/10/john-paul-pietrus-shoots-london-for-26th-anniversary-issue-of-harpers-bazaar-china/) & [harpersbazaar](http://www.harpersbazaar.com/) The [Harper's Bazaar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculpting-paste) China ‘London’ editorial champions the spirit of the English metropolis. With cameo appearances by [Vivienne Westwood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-and-palace) and Miss Pandemonia, this feature spares no expense in its ode to high fashion and kitschy design. The editorial contrasts the English high fashion with the spanning beauty of the [stunning landscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/london-a-love-affair). The piece was captured by John-Paul Pietrus who connects with both the model and guest stars to make for a piece of absolute editorial magic. The garment story spares no expense in being vivaciously bold. From a gold lamé mini to a vivid blue tule skirt each piece in the Harper's Bazaar China ‘London’ Editorial is electric. With crossover surrealist aspects, this spread makes for a ocular spectacle that will please fashion aficionados. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 97% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cartoon Couture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of cartoon elements into high fashion designs to create unique and whimsical garments. - **Kitschy Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of kitschy accessories and home decor that celebrates quirky, playful design. - **Editorial Magic:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create immersive and visually captivating editorial experiences that combine fashion, art, and storytelling. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with cartoonists and illustrators to incorporate animated characters into clothing collections. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Fuse elements of high fashion and kitschy design to create unique and eye-catching art installations. - **Publishing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with interactive and immersive editorial formats that engage readers and offer a new level of storytelling experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Department Store Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-and-harrods.md) - [Luxury Designer Cafe Takeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-takes-over.md) - [Luxury Lunar Year Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-lunar-year.md) - [Cross-Cultural Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models.md) - [Collaborative Fashion-Centric Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-and-palace.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Sporty Resort Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-x-four-seasons.md) - [Brand Staple-Highlighting Luxe Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rathbonenewman.md) - [Botanically Inspired Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberry-x-highgrove.md)