# Couture Skateboarding Shoots The 'Life is Short. Eat Dessert First' Shoot by Lina Tesch By Andrew Loh | Published 2011-12-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juxtaposed-fashion-shoots References: [fashionserved](http://www.fashionserved.com/gallery/life-is-short-eat-dessert-first/2114890) & [lina-tesch.de](http://www.lina-tesch.de/) Injecting an element of grace and elegance into the [skater aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixxa), the ‘Life is Short. Eat Dessert First’ shoot lensed by German photographer Lina Tesch from Hamburg is captivating. Outfitted by stylist Nadja Brvar, model Darya of Modelwerk dons mainly pastel-colored ensembles of blouses, long skirts, backless dresses, embroidered tops, leopard prints and frilly dresses, along with a selection of accessories of earrings, necklaces and bracelets. The Lina Tesch shoot also juxtaposes [masculinity and femininity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity), as viewers see Darya, who is in a dress, wearing a fierce-looking mask that is seemingly [World Wresting Entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ovo-x-wwe) (WWE) inspired. Primped by hairstylist and makeup artist Anne Henrichsen, Darya sports a seductive wavy hair, as well as a bun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Skateboarding Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create a hybrid of skater and high fashion styles to appeal to a new market. - **Gender-fluid Styling:** Chance for brands to showcase their commitment to diversity and inclusivity by featuring unisex clothing and accessories in their campaigns. - **Alternative Sports Photography:** As unconventional sports such as skateboarding gain popularity, there is a chance for photographers to create a niche market by capturing these sports in innovative ways. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The Skateboarding Fashion trend creates new opportunities for fashion brands to expand their target audience. - **Photography:** The Alternative Sports Photography trend offers a chance for photographers to stand out by experimenting with new styles and techniques. - **Beauty:** Beauty brands can tap into the Gender-Fluid Styling trend by featuring diverse models and showcasing their range of products for all genders. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Streetwear Skate Remixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-future.md) - [Luxe Fashion House Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-skateboard.md) - [Skateboard-Themed Photography Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabbit-hole-1.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Consumption-Inspired Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loutre-2.md) - [Girlhood-Inspired Clothing Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peachy-dens-sweet-cheeks.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Skateboarding Heritage Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md)