# Giant Bell-Shaped Hats 'In a Theatre' by Dominik Smialowski & Marcin Szpak Rocks Ruffled Retro Cou By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-11-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-a-theatre References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/In-a-Theatre/349837) & [smialowski.net](http://www.smialowski.net/) 'In a Theatre' by Dominik Smialowski and Marcin Szpak is a photo set that takes decadent Victorian-era fashions and gives them a [couture, almost theatrical edge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026) with plenty of [whimsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow). This photo set isn't for the meek when it comes to style, as you'll see giant bell-shaped hats, [retro lamp shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hat-collection) and ruffles aplenty. See more images from 'In a Theatre' above, and keep clicking for more shoots that channel the Victorian era. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Decadent Victorian-era Fashions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate modern technology and sustainable materials into traditional Victorian fashion to create eco-friendly and futuristic designs. - **Couture, Theatrical Edge:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and fashion to create interactive garments that transform and adapt based on the wearer's environment and emotions. - **Whimsical Retro Lamp Shapes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge fashion and interior design by incorporating retro lamp shapes into clothing, creating functional and artistic garments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable and ethically-sourced materials to revolutionize the fashion industry and promote eco-consciousness. - **Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop wearable technology that seamlessly integrates with couture fashion, providing enhanced functionality and personalized experiences. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with fashion designers to create innovative clothing designs inspired by interior design elements, blurring the boundaries between fashion and home decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Striking Artisan Cheese Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rinds-roses-collection.md) - [Bread-Themed Fascinators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-hat.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Inflatable Dome Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-dome-fashion-show.md) - [Whimsical High-Fashion Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-vivier-holiday-2025.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Whimsical Feminine Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-rose-sparrow.md)