# Edgy Haute Couture Editorials The Rihanna ELLE Cover Shoot Features Wild Curls and Bared Skin By Meghan Young | Published 2014-11-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rihanna-elle References: [fashiongonerogue](http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/rihanna-poses-haute-couture-elle-december-2014-cover-shoot/) & [elle](http://www.elle.com/news/culture/december-2014-editors-letter-rihanna) The Rihanna ELLE December 2014 cover shoot is everything a person could ask for from the reigning pop star. Granted, a little more subdued and natural than one would expect, it nevertheless features her playful personality and exceptional style throughout. The Rihanna ELLE editorial simply juxtaposes haute couture pieces with a naturally flawless face and wild curls instead of carefully manicured looks. Shot in studio by photographer Paola Kudacki, the Rihanna ELLE cover shoot features fall 2014 [haute couture collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025) including Valentino Haute Couture, [Dior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-2024-campaign) Haute Couture and Armani Prive. The looks will inspire women to take a chance this holiday season when it comes to dressing up for those [office parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veronica-beard-party-edit) and more. From rich golden gowns to mix and matched materials to brocade jackets, there are many ways to celebrate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Natural Haute Couture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the integration of natural and organic materials in high-end fashion design, creating a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to haute couture. - **Mix and Match Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop digital platforms or personalized styling services that allow consumers to mix and match different materials, textures, and patterns to create unique and personalized looks. - **Office Party Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create fashion-forward rental services or subscription-based platforms that provide access to high-end designer pieces specifically curated for office parties and special events. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with textile manufacturers and technology companies to develop advanced materials that offer both sustainability and luxury in haute couture. - **Digital Platforms:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize virtual reality or augmented reality technologies to create innovative styling and shopping experiences for consumers, allowing them to virtually try on and mix and match different haute couture pieces. - **Fashion Rental Services:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace the sharing economy and leverage technology to provide affordable access to high-end designer pieces for the growing market of individuals looking for unique and temporary fashion options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Holiday Apparel Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunette-the-label-3.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Romantic Summer-Ready Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandra-rich.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Flattering Rose-Mauve Lip Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3piece-lip-set.md) - [Iconic Singer-Starring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-and-diana-ross.md) - [Couture Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-2024-campaign.md)