# Couture-Clad Celebrity Editorials The Latest Taylor Swift Vogue Cover Story is Rocker-Chic By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-04-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-swift-vogue-cover References: [designscene.net](http://www.designscene.net/2016/04/taylor-swift-back-cover-vogue.html) & [AMERICANVOGUE.COM](http://AMERICANVOGUE.COM) This Taylor Swift [Vogue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-collection2) cover story is captured by legendary photographers Mert & Marcus and graces the publication's May 2016 issue. Featuring fashion direction by editor Tonne Goodman, this image series presents a more sophisticated and sensual side of the singer who is known for her girl next door image. Sporting a [couture-clad wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-victorias-secret) from Michael Kors, Vetements and Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane, Swift poses in a studio setting while showing off an edgier and rocker-inspired look. Her hair is dyed a bright platinum blonde, a departure from her more subdued natural color while her makeup is kept pale with the exception of subtle eyeliner and a [bright red lip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign). Hair and makeup for this Taylor Swift Vogue story is courtesy of Shay Ashual and Aaron de Mey who collaborate to bring the creative vision of Mert & Marcus and Tonne Goodman to life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Celebrity Fashion Editorials:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate with celebrities to showcase their fashion lines in high-profile magazine editorials. - **Rocker-chic Style:** Potential for fashion brands to embrace edgier and more rebellious fashion designs and aesthetics. - **Hair and Makeup Collaborations:** Prospects for collaboration between hair and makeup artists to create unique and transformative looks for magazine editorials. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can leverage celebrity editorials to promote their designs and increase brand exposure. - **Beauty:** Opportunity for beauty brands to showcase their products through collaborations with hair and makeup artists. - **Publishing:** Publishing industry can benefit from the popularity of celebrity editorials and high-profile covers in attracting readers and advertisers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Singer-Songwriter-Inspired Hotel Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bisha-hotel.md) - [Artist-Launched Tour Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eras-tour-book.md) - [Pop Star-Themed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-swiftthemed-cats.md) - [Iconic Singer-Starring Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-laurent-and-diana-ross.md) - [Surprise Album Reveals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-life-of-a-showgirl.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Singer Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkle-case.md)