# Airbrushed Lace Faces Ruby Chu Paints Patterns Onto Skin in Marie Antoinette-esque Shoot By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruby-chu-let-them-eat-cake References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Let-them-eat-cake_/254526) The Marie Antoinette-esque model Ruby Chu uses for her 'Let Them Eat Cake' photo shoot has an unusual addition to her porcelain makeup: Airbrushed lace patterns. The latticed makeup looks like an undulating lace veil; upon closer examination, however, it's all airbrushed (or Photoshopped). Click through the gallery above to see more images from Ruby Chu's shoot, and be sure to check out more [lace innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parade-that-lace) below. **Implications** - Makeup artists are continually looking for new ways to push the cosmetics envelope, and these [airbrushed lace faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-essential-sets) offer a much more detail-oriented alternative to the standard [smoky raccoon eye](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir). This particular uses airbrushed textures to evoke the bygone era of the French Revolution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Airbrushed Lace Faces:** Opportunity for cosmetics companies to develop airbrushing techniques that mimic intricate lace patterns for avant-garde makeup looks. - **Detail-oriented Makeup:** Opportunity for makeup artists to explore more intricate and detailed designs using airbrushing techniques for a unique and creative makeup look. - **Historically-inspired Makeup:** Opportunity for makeup artists to draw inspiration from historical eras, such as the French Revolution, and incorporate airbrushed lace patterns into their designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Cosmetics:** Opportunity for cosmetics companies to offer airbrushing services and products specifically tailored to create intricate lace patterns. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to collaborate with makeup artists and incorporate airbrushed lace patterns into their runway looks for a cohesive and avant-garde aesthetic. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with airbrushing techniques and showcase the beauty of intricate lace patterns in their editorial and fashion shoots. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md) - [Patisserie-Inspired Beauty Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/este-lauder-x-ladure.md) - [Floral High-End Makeup Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camlia-futura.md) - [Blurred Soft-Focus Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-touch-finish-collection.md) - [Cafe-Style Beauty Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-airbush.md) - [Illusionary Ice-Hotel Beauty Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-icehotel.md) - [Rococo-Inspired Cosmetic Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-knows.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [High-End Beauty Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-beaut-louis-vuitton-campaign.md)