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# Occult-Inspired Cosmetic Ads
The Sacred Hour Collection by Illamasqua Launches in Fall 2013

By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-05 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sacred-hour-collection
References: [beautyscene.net](http://www.beautyscene.net/makeup/illamasqua-the-sacred-hour-collection-for-fall-2013/) & [beautyscene.net](http://www.beautyscene.net/makeup)

Profiling [three generations of witches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witches-delight), the Sacred Hour Collection by Illamasqua is set to launch in Fall 2013. The collection's striking and occult-inspired catalog explores a surreal image concept and embodies a mystical air.

The Sacred Hour Collection by Illamasqua will feature a New Reflection Palette, Velvet Blusher, a lipstick in 'Sleek Dusky coral' and 'Peaked Dusky rose'. In addition to these beauty essentials, the collection also features the label's [Shard Red Violet Nail Varnish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-x-wicked-for-good), Lush Lash false eye lash kit and Skin Base Lift illuminator.

Modelled by three witchy beauties, this daring collection highlights the [deep and dramatic color palette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-of-secrets-collection) of the upcoming season and showcases Illamasqua's aim to target a diverse consumer demographic that varies in age and in taste.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.3/10
- Popularity: 83% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Occult-inspired Cosmetic Ads:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the growing market demand for unconventional and mystical beauty products that cater to a diverse consumer demographic.

### Where This Applies

- **Cosmetics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of occult-inspired cosmetics that embrace unconventional beauty concepts and target a diverse customer base.

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