# Couture Clown Couples 'The Final Destination' Harper's Bazaar Hong Kong Editorial is Creepy By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-01-17 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-final-destination-harpers-bazaar-hong-kong References: [thefashionisto](http://thefashionisto.com/mitchell-smith-by-lamb-for-harpers-bazaar-hong-kong/) & [fashion4addicts](http://www.fashion4addicts.com/2012/01/final-destination-harpers-bazaar-hong.html) 'The Final Destination' Harpers Bazaar Hong Kong editorial features bold make-up looks paired with avant-garde styling. The cinematic photo series lensed by photographer Lamb showcases a series of heavily costumed captures that push fashion boundaries. Model Mitchell Smith poses alongside a masked female beauty. The pair sports heavily applied, [clown-inspired makeup looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/annabelle-cosmetics) and creatively shaped coifs. The clowned couple wear eccentric outerwear, suited staples as well as heavily beaded frocks. The editorial's avant-garde wardrobe selected by stylist Lois is androgynous and edgy, making for a morbid macabre photo story. The models are outfitted in high-end statement pieces from the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, [Louis Vuitton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-beaut-louis-vuitton-campaign), Chanel, Valentino and Vivienne Westwood. Luxurious jewelry pieces, lace gloves, statement belts and soaring stilettos make for gender-bending accessories that serve as impeccable finishing touches to [memorable couture looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026). Image Credit: Lamb ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bold Makeup Looks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new makeup products and techniques that push the boundaries of artistic expression. - **Avant-garde Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative clothing designs that challenge traditional fashion norms and push the limits of creativity. - **Gender-bending Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design accessories that challenge traditional gender norms and provide unique, statement-making options for fashion-forward individuals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce sustainable and ethical practices into the fashion industry to reduce its environmental impact. - **Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge skincare and beauty products that cater to diverse skin types and provide personalized solutions. - **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative materials and production methods to create sustainable and customizable jewelry pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Cinematic Thriller-Inspired Runways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jw-anderson-fw-2024.md) - [Holiday-Inspired Evening Wear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcqueen-holiday-2025.md) - [Whimsical Couture Settings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chanel-spring-summer-2026.md) - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Model-Collaborative Luxe Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cara-loves-karl.md) - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Horror Doll Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-decay-x-m3gan.md)