# Modern Villain Makeovers Jeff Langevin Updates Maleficent’s Look for the 21st Century By Mesel Isaac | Published 2014-06-15 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeff-langevin References: [jmlan.deviantart](http://jmlan.deviantart.com/art/Maleficent-453660055) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/189189123/maleficent-disney-modern-hipster-poster) Though Angelina Jolie is currently introducing audiences to a new take on Maleficent with the eponymously titled film, artist Jeff Langevin is introducing us to a contemporary Maleficent of his own creation. Choosing to give the self-proclaimed mistress of all evil a more hipster-inspired look, Jeff Langevin's Maleficent remains a villain that should not be trifled with. Still sporting her trademark horns, and pet raven Diablo, Maleficent is brought into the 21st century via her new wardrobe: jeans and a tank top that display the infamous spinning wheel. In addition to the wardrobe changes, Langevin chose to give Maleficent [tattoos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing) as well: a sleeve of swirling symbols on her left arm, and a fearsome dragon prominently displayed on her chest. It is a fantastic re-imagining of an iconic [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-2) villain; hopefully Jeff Langevin's modern Maleficent is the start of a series. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Contemporary Villains:** Opportunity for artists to bring classic villains into modern times with fresh takes on their appearance and behavior. - **Hipster Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to create trendy and modern wardrobes for iconic characters. - **Tattooed Characters:** Opportunity to incorporate tattoos into character design as a form of self-expression. ### Who This Affects Most - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for production companies to create new versions of classic stories with a modern twist. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to collaborate with production companies to create costumes for characters in TV shows and movies. - **Tattoo Industry:** Opportunity for tattoo artists to collaborate with production companies and fashion designers to incorporate tattoos into character designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Villain Inspired Fragrance Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-2.md) - [Villainous Mobile Device Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-x-casetify.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Villainous Comic Character Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolution-beauty-x-dc-supervillains-collection.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Film-Resembling Mermaid Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-mermaid-doll.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Whimsical Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good.md)