# Modern Cleopatra Muses The L’Officiel Nl October/November 2012 Issue Displays Sizzling Fashi By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-10-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lofficiel-nl-octobernovember-2012 References: [visualoptimism.blogspot](http://visualoptimism.blogspot.ca/2012/10/queen-of-desert-anja-konstantinova-by.html) & [lofficiel.nl](http://www.lofficiel.nl/) Taking the motif of a desert royalty to a new level, the L’Officiel Nl October/November 2012 issue features a sizzling fashion motif. Model Anja Konstantinova sports an array of sensuous garments inspired by the idea of a chic [desert queen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azza-fahmy). Her [Cleopatra-like hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-gold-collection) and equally alluring disposition make this piece a fest for fashion afficionados. Though the theme pays homage to such a legendary muse, the garment story takes a different approach. Konstantinova dons an array of modern pieces by the likes of [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign), Hugo Boss, Prada and Blumarine as styled by Djuna Bel. The spanning desert setting adds to the scorching fashion looks and was captured by photographer Mason Poole. This L’Officiel Nl October/November 2012 piece is not only visually stimulating but also leaves viewers parched from the hot modish looks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Desert-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create modern designs inspired by desert motifs and Cleopatra-like aesthetics. - **Modernized Heritage Styles:** Potential for fashion houses to update traditional garments with contemporary elements, as seen in the blending of modern and historic fashion pieces in the magazine spread. - **Fashion Photography Set in Unique Locations:** Opportunity for photographers and fashion publications to create visually captivating editorials by using unconventional settings, such as the desert. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can leverage the trend of desert-inspired fashion by creating collections, campaigns, and collaborations that incorporate Cleopatra-like aesthetics. - **Photography Industry:** Photographers can explore the trend of fashion photography set in unique locations by seeking out unconventional settings for their shoots, resulting in visually striking images. - **Media and Publishing Industry:** Fashion publications can capitalize on the trend of modernized heritage styles by featuring editorials that showcase the blending of traditional and contemporary fashion pieces to attract readers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfortably Chic Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-muse.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Collaborative Luxe Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Couture Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-2024-campaign.md) - [Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aelis.md)