# Haunting Bride Photography Meluxine by Peter Coulson Models a 150-Year-Old Wedding Gown By Meghan Young | Published 2012-02-29 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meluxine-by-peter-coulson References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--The-abandoned-bride-20973.html) & [peter-coulson.au](http://www.peter-coulson.com.au/) The photo series starring a dark Meluxine by Peter Coulson is hauntingly beautiful. Shot completely in black and white, the model is given a ghostly glamor that makes her look like the title character from [Tim Burton's animated film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice1), 'Corpse Bride.' Since the main fashion pieces happen to be [four draping vintage veils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katherine-tashs-spring-2026), Meluxine's ensembles are like updated versions of a child's ghost costume for Halloween, which involved a white bed sheet and a pair of scissors. [Australian bridal shop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martina-liana) Montage outfitted the entire photo series. The chosen wedding gown is 150-years-old, adding to the illusion that the bride has been long dead. Shot against a crumbling industrial backdrop, the photo shoot is full of classic and urban character. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage Bridal Fashion:** The popularity of vintage bridal wear could see increased demand for historic pieces in the fashion industry. - **Dark Glamour Photography:** There is an opportunity to innovate photography methods that capture a darker, edgier aesthetic. - **Halloween-themed Weddings:** The trend towards horror and gothic elements in weddings could spark demand for new products and services in the wedding industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry could provide rare historical clothing for photography and costumes. - **Photography:** Photographers could specialize in a darker, edgier photography for fashion and other clients. - **Wedding Planning:** Wedding planners and vendors can take advantage of increased interest in non-traditional, gothic wedding themes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Powerful Modern Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houghton-x-albright.md) - [AI-Inspired Fantastical Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantastical-bridal-collection.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Next-Day Wedding Photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-photos.md) - [Delicate Bridal Lingerie Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-lingerie-line.md) - [Hotel-Inspired Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-st-regis-chicago-x-atelier-mira-couture.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md)