# Witchy Waif Spreads The How To Disappear Completely Editorial is Effortlessly Dark and Vulnerable By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/how-to-disappear-completely References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/chelsea-wichmann-carolina-palmgren-dossier-journal/) & [dossierjournal](http://dossierjournal.com/style/fashion/how-to-disappear-completely/) There is a mystical essence to the How To Disappear Completely photo spread that almost makes the title seem as though it were alluding to a mysterious parlour trick rather than simply melting away into one's surroundings. In this case, both seems to be the case as the fashion seen throughout the shoot does appear to have a witchy quality about it. Shot by [fashion photographer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) Carolina Palmgren for Dossier Journal, the How To Disappear Completely photo spread stars the enchanting Chelsea Wichmann. Alone and forlorn, Wichmann charges up each frame emotionally with her fierce, yet vulnerable stare and carefree, yet heavy-hearted poses. The [dark and effortless looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection), styled by Fanny Bourdette-Donon, help create this [Gothic aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir) in the midst of all the nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gothic Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate dark and mystical elements into their designs. - **Vulnerability in Photography:** Chance for photographers to capture emotionally charged images that evoke a sense of vulnerability. - **Nature-inspired Editorials:** Potential for publications to feature fashion spreads that blend dark aesthetics with natural environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore new styles and aesthetics inspired by dark and mystical themes. - **Photography:** Photographers can experiment with capturing raw emotions and vulnerability in their work. - **Publishing:** Fashion magazines and journals can showcase fashion editorials that embrace a blend of Gothic aesthetics and natural settings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection.md)