# Dark Sultry Photography The Natalia Mleczak 'Monnari' Portfolio Features a Gothic Set By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natalia-mleczak-monnari References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Monnari--FW-10-11-campaign/799598) The [Gothic backdrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-revival) used for the Natalia Mleczak 'Monnari' photo series perfectly accents the [dark, sultry and glamorous vibe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat) evoked by both the photographer and model. Although each shot is a closeup of the brown-haired beauty, the dramatic setting plays a huge role in setting the mood. Photographed by Lukasz Zietek, the Natalia Mleczak 'Monnari' series is part of the label's [fall/winter 2010 campaign](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025). Working on the set was stylist Andrzej Sobolewski, makeup artist Wilson and hair stylist Kacper Raczkowski. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dark-sultry Aesthetics:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate dark, sultry backdrops and themes in their campaigns to evoke a sense of gothic glamour. - **Gothic-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for designers and retailers to create clothing lines that embrace the dark, romantic style featured in the Natalia Mleczak 'Monnari' series. - **Collaborative Shoots:** Opportunity for photographers, stylists, makeup artists, and hair stylists to collaborate and create visually stunning campaigns that evoke specific moods and atmospheres. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion photographers to experiment with unique backdrops and settings to create captivating and memorable images. - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to curate collections and campaigns that cater to consumers seeking gothic-inspired fashion aesthetics. - **Beauty Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for makeup artists and hair stylists to explore and create looks that complement the dark, sultry themes in photography campaigns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Noir-Inspired Luxury Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)