# Exaggerated Carnival Captures The Long Tran Culture Magazine Editorial is Circus Inspired By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-08-29 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-tran References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2013/08/long-tran-tony-veloz.html) & [tonyveloz](http://tonyveloz.com) Over-the-top styling and ornate accessory staples reign in the Long Tran Culture Magazine fashion story. Captured by photographer Tony Veloz, the publication's 'Oh So Glamorous' image series features theatrical wardrobe styling by Kardia Williams. Model Kathleen stars in the photoshoot and poses in studio while sporting a wardrobe of designer Long Tran's exaggerated and clown inspired and pieces and accessories. With [bold makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) from Kim Reyes and punk rock hair looks by Natalia Laptchenkova, the 'Oh So Glamorous' Culture Magazine fashion story shines a light on [bedazzled eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-eyewear-collection), ruffled shoulder accents or typographic word necklaces among other eye-catching fashions. The fierce photo shoot endorses [unconventional glamour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asos-inspired-by) and dares to defy traditional fashion ideals with its carnival-inspired translation of an edgy rocker aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Exaggerated Accessories:** Design and market accessories that are over-the-top and ornate. - **Theatrical Fashion:** Create fashion pieces that are theatrical and defy traditional fashion ideals. - **Carnival-inspired Aesthetic:** Develop fashion pieces that capture the over-the-top and playful spirit of carnival culture. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can develop bold, theatrical fashion pieces that cater to consumers looking to stand out. - **Makeup Industry:** The makeup industry can create bold and dramatic looks to accompany the theatrical fashion pieces and exaggerate the features of the consumer. - **Photography Industry:** The photography industry can create visually striking shoots that capture the playful and circus-inspired nature of the fashion pieces. ## 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) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Eclectic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-eyewear-collection.md) - [Avant-Garde Street Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/day-3-capsule-2.md) - [Collaborative Capsule Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cult-gaia-and-thierry.md) - [Subculture-Themed Generational Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildest-ones-yet.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md)