# Dark Dewy Beauty Shoots The Karolina Niemiec 'Lucid' Series Focuses on a Dramatic Dreamscape By Meghan Young | Published 2012-01-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karolina-niemiec-lucid References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--Lucid-dreams-17340.html) & [agencjablowup](http://agencjablowup.com/) The Karolina Niemiec 'Lucid' photo series showcases some [dark and dewy makeup looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-of-secrets-collection). Since it is more about beauty ideas than fashion, the shoot features a lot of close-up shots that allow model Karolina Niemiec to really shine. She conveys a lot of soft expressions and strong emotions that really enhance the dramatic makeup designs. Shot by photography duo Marta Zgierska and Maciek Rukasz, the Karolina Niemiec Lucid photo series has its audience enter a gloomy and sensual dreamscape with black backdrops and hazes of smoke. Makeup artist Emilia Wąsik’s [glossy black treacle eyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir) and [candy pink lips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaminspired-beauty) beautifully accent the simple set while hairstylist Magdalena Pyta works some tousled magic to introduce some natural movement to Niemiec's overall look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Dark Dewy Makeup:** Opportunity for beauty brands to create innovative products and techniques for achieving dark and dewy makeup looks. - **Close-up Beauty Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to specialize in close-up shots that showcase intricate makeup designs and enhance the beauty of the subject. - **Gloomy Dreamscape Aesthetic:** Opportunity for interior designers and artists to create immersive environments that evoke a sense of gloom and sensuality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty:** Opportunity for beauty brands to develop and market new makeup products and techniques inspired by dark and dewy looks. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to specialize in close-up beauty photography and collaborate with makeup artists to create striking visuals. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate gloomy and sensual aesthetics into their designs, creating immersive and evocative spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blurred Soft-Focus Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-touch-finish-collection.md) - [Blurred Cosmetic Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-cosmetics-and-ella-gross.md) - [High-End Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-beaut-louis-vuitton-campaign.md) - [Makeup Water Brand Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corpse-paint-makeup.md) - [Stunningly Extravagant High-End Beauty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreams-express.md) - [Glittery Powder Sprays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starcrossed-dreams.md) - [Parisian-Inspired Luxury Skincare Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-of-dreamlight.md) - [Glow-Focused Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-reimagined.md) - [Luminous Gloss-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miami-art-week.md)