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# Masked Models
Richard Burbridge Channels Face-Covered Killers For Livraison Magazine

By Rachel | Published 2009-06-13 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-burbridge-mask
References: [cyanatrendland](http://cyanatrendland.com/2009/06/12/richard-burbridge-mask-photography-for-livraison-magazine/) & [artandcommerce](http://www.artandcommerce.com/AAC/C.aspx?VP=SlideShow_VPage&IAPA=1&STY=A&L4=2U1XC58IPIPI&L5=2U1XC58IP6GP&L6=2U1XC58IP4DU&XX=Artists)

Richard Burbridge recently published a series of [scary and surreal mask photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) for Livraison Magazine that channel Hannibal Lecter.

The Livraison Magazine shoot by Richard Burbridge features a full chain-mail design, a [hockey mask](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horrific-crocs) and horse snout-like mask. The lead image is decidedly the scariest of all in its Hannibal style. Check out all the masks features in Livraison Magazine.

**Implications** - Masks are traditionally used for costumes to conceal one's face, and sometimes religious ceremonies. Incorporating masks into [fashion creates interesting themes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brucolic) that will capture the attention of consumers. Masks are regarded as mysterious, which stands to make any consumer curious about a fashion line that uses them.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Fashion Masks:** Fashion brands can incorporate masks into their designs, creating intriguing and mysterious themes that captivate consumers.
- **Costume Fashion:** The use of masks in fashion blurs the line between costume and everyday wear, offering opportunities for innovative and bold fashion statements.
- **Masked Photography:** Photographers can explore the artistic potential of masked subjects, creating eerie and surreal visuals that resonate with audiences.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore innovative designs that incorporate masks and tap into the allure of mystery and intrigue.
- **Photography:** Photographers can utilize masked subjects to create compelling and unconventional imagery that sparks curiosity and emotion.
- **Costume Design:** Costume designers can push the boundaries of fashion by integrating masks into their creations, blurring the distinction between costume and fashion.

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