# Clawed Glove Captures The Laura Kampman Vogue Italia Cover Poses a Question By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-kampman-vogue-italia References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/vogue-italia-february-2012-cover-laura-kampman-steven-meisel/) & [vogue.it](http://www.vogue.it/magazine/cover-story/2012/02/surreal-or-real) The Laura Kampman [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-collection2) [Italia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-cotton-hotel-italia-robe) cover poses a simple statement: "Surreal or Real?" That seems to be a very popular theme of late. Many magazines, artists and designers are delving into a world of fantasy when it comes to their latest projects and this magazine cover is not an exception. It features a displaced, semi-collage design that is reminiscent of the 'Phantom of the Opera.' Shot by Steven Meisel for the publication's March 2012 issue, the Laura Kampman Vogue Italia cover is set to hit newsstands on February 3. Although the portrait pose is very classic, the superimposed monotone headshot and [golden clawed gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtuosity-high-jewelry) give Kampman an eerie, avant-garde look. The Laura Kampman Vogue Italia cover portrays an "indefinable as a creature of dreams, yet as sophisticated as a diva of yesteryear," as written by magazine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Fantasy Fashion:** More magazines, artists and designers are delving into a world of fantasy for their latest projects. - **Surreal Modeling:** Fashion photography is featuring models in surreal poses, straying away from traditional portrait shots. - **Avant-garde Accessories:** Unique and unconventional accessories, like the golden clawed gloves, are becoming more popular in fashion shoots. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry has the opportunity to capitalize on innovative and surreal photography and accessories. - **Art Industry:** Artists can benefit from exploring the dream world to create new and interesting pieces that capture the imagination. - **Marketing Industry:** Marketing professionals can use surreal and avant-garde concepts to create eye-catching and memorable campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [High-End Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-beaut-louis-vuitton-campaign.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md)