# Ornate Old World Editorials Nadja Bender Dons Chanel Couture in this Editorial for Vogue Italia By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-09-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nadja-bender-editorial References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2014/09/nadja-bender-vogue-italia-yelena-yemchuk.html) & [vogue.it](http://www.vogue.it) Top model Nadja Bender is captured by photographer Yelena Yemchuk for the latest issue of [Vogue Italia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club). The model is captured for the publication's September 2014 issue while donning a wardrobe of Channel Couture pieces. Styling for this opulent image series is courtesy of Anastasia Barbieri who dresses Nadja in an all-white palette of [jewel-encrusted gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtuosity-high-jewelry) and ornate coat garments. The pieces embody timeless elegance and are reflective of an Old World aesthetic. Exuding sophistication, top model Nadja Bender is stunning in the series that also features [netted veil accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein). Hair styling for the shoot is courtesy of Laurent Philippon who works alongside makeup artist Lloyd Simmonds for the story. Entitled 'The Now Grand Couture', this editorial is worthy of such a name thanks to its luxe wardrobe picks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 53% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Old World Aesthetics:** Brands can tap into a market for ornate and opulent aesthetics to appeal to customers who appreciate timeless elegance. - **All-white Palettes:** Designers can explore the use of all-white color palettes to create a sense of luxury and sophistication in their designs. - **Jewel-encrusted Gowns:** There is an opportunity for high-end fashion brands to provide unique and ornate piece designs using precious stones and gems as a means of standing out in a crowded market. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion houses and luxury brands can incorporate ornate and opulent aesthetics into their designs to appeal to high-end consumers. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry designers can create pieces that feature precious stones and gems to appeal to consumers looking for unique and luxurious accessories. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can draw inspiration from this ornate and opulent aesthetic to create high-end home decor that appeals to luxury consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion Brand Christmas Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-winter-tale.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Exquisite High Jewelry Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campaign-film.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Majestic High Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanels-new-high-jewelry-collection.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Star-Studded Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign.md)