# Military Couture Fashion The Raquel Zimmermann i-D is Boldly Strict and Sensual By Meghan Young | Published 2011-09-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raquel-zimmermann-i-d References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--louis-vuitton-bell-boy-cap-9363.html) & [i-dmagazine](http://www.i-dmagazine.com/) If you have been wanting to adopt the military look for some time now but didn't like how unimaginative and uninspired the outfits could be, the Raquel Zimmermann i-D photo spread will probably provide some much needed insight for you. It is as though a military personnel collided with a feisty dominatrix, resulting in a look that is strict, daring and completely sexy. Shot by fashion photographer Josh Olins, the Raquel Zimmermann i-D was expertly and boldly styled by Alastair McKimm. Dark and dramatic, the editorial is filled with curve hugging leather skirts, sheer tops, fierce furs and statement-making hats. Appearing in the September 2011 issue of i-D magazine, this photo spread will surely inspire some strong outfits for some very strong women, that's for sure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 54% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Military-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine military aesthetics with bold and sensual elements to create unique and empowering attire for women. - **Dominatrix-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Blend dominatrix fashion with military influences to push boundaries and create provocative yet sophisticated looks. - **Dark and Dramatic Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace dark and dramatic fashion elements like leather skirts, statement-making hats, and fierce furs to create bold and empowering fashion statements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new market segments by offering military-inspired fashion to strong, fashion-forward women seeking unique and empowering outfits. - **Photography and Editorial:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with fashion photographers and stylists to create visually striking and powerful photo spreads that challenge traditional fashion norms. - **Leather and Fur Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with dark and dramatic materials like leather and fur to create boundary-pushing fashion pieces for edgy and confident consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md) - [Contemporary Military Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ukrainian-brand-rbtnk.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Desert-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-ss25-collection.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)