# Strength-Bearing Screen Sirens Nicola Peltz Stars in Harper's Bazaar China's Transformers Shoot By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-07-02 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicola-peltz References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2014/07/nicola-peltz-max-abadian-harpers-bazaar-china.html) & [ateliermanagement](http://www.ateliermanagement.com) Fashion photographer Max Abadian captures 'Transformers' and 'Bates Motel' star Nicola Peltz for the latest issue of Harper's Bazaar China. The blonde actress is lensed in an industrial, mechanic's studio while posing in a wardrobe of glamorous and body-conscious fashions. Styling for this editorial is courtesy of Debbie Hsieh who worked alongside hair stylist Peter Bulter and makeup artist Hung Vanngo to bring photographer Max Abadian's [cinematic vision](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) to life. The [screen siren](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren) channels a super-human character while pretending to hold a car above her head and replaces a mechanic's uniform with a mini dress and high heels. Nicola Peltz is currently starring in 'Transformers: Age of Extinction', director Michael Bay's fourth installment of the popular film franchise. The film also features an all-star cast that includes Mark Wahlberg, Stanley Tucci and Kelsey Grammer among others. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 49% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Industrial-chic Fashion Shoots:** Opportunity for photographers, stylists and makeup artists to collaborate on high-fashion photo shoots with an edgy, industrial twist. - **Glamorous, Strength-bearing Women:** Opportunity for fashion designers to create body-conscious garments that empower women to channel their inner superhero and display their strength through fashion. - **Cinematic Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to draw inspiration from films and create visually stunning fashion editorials that tell a story and capture the essence of a character. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Photography:** Fashion photographers can use this editorial as inspiration to create industrial-chic shoots that blend glamour with harsh industrial environments. - **Fashion Design:** Fashion designers can create body-conscious garments that channel a superhero aesthetic and empower women to feel strong and confident in their clothing. - **Film Industry:** The film industry can use the popularity of the 'Transformers' franchise to inspire character-driven fashion campaigns and collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Supermodel-Backed Automotive Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-dare-to-be-you.md) - [Star-Studded Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign.md) - [Actor-Endorsed High-End Jewelry Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serpenti-line.md) - [Effortless Urban Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knys-fall-2025.md) - [Actress-Backed Handbag Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galleria-handbag.md) - [Cartoon Franchise Collab Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-transformers-1.md) - [Volumizing Hair Care Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-hy-with-nexxus.md) - [Detailed Filmic Fashion Publications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-the-world-tour.md) - [Bedazzled Sequin Luxe Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystique-allure.md)