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# Wide-Eyed Editorials
‘Surreal Reveal' in New York Times Style Magazine Summer 2

By Venessa Fisher | Published 2010-04-26 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-reveal
References: [fashiongonerogue](http://www.fashiongonerogue.com/sara-blomqvist-richard-burbridge-new-york-times-style-summer-2010/)

Model Sara Blomqvist looks chic in this interesting shoot for New York Times Style Magazine Summer 2010. Entitled 'Surreal Reveal,' photographer Richard Burbridge captures the model in some interesting makeup by Peter Philips.

Styled by fashion editor David Vandewal, Blomqvist showcases [Chanel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camlia-futura) bags, Rick Owens jewelry and [Fendi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-ss24) lingerie while working only lipstick and mascara.

**Implications** - If your find yourself hungry for more of these spectacular magazine features then be sure to indulge yourself in more of photographer Richard Burbridge's work. [The New York Times](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bread-laces) made a great choice with the selection of Burbridge.

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## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 69% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Surreal Reveal:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of surreal and unique makeup styles in fashion shoots to create captivating and attention-grabbing visuals.
- **Chic Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore minimalist styling techniques using limited makeup and accessories to create a sophisticated and elegant look.
- **Editorial Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with unconventional photography techniques and angles to create visually stunning images for fashion editorials.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine technology and fashion to create groundbreaking editorial photography that pushes the boundaries of traditional fashion shoots.
- **Makeup and Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new and innovative makeup techniques that challenge conventional beauty standards and create unique looks for fashion shoots.
- **Fashion Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Push the boundaries of fashion styling by creating minimalist and understated looks that redefine elegance and sophistication.

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