# Dark Queen Photoshoots The Lost Kingdom by Ekaterina Belinskaya is Cinematically Regal By Meghan Young | Published 2013-03-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lost-kingdom-by-ekaterina-belinskaya References: [fashionising](http://www.fashionising.com/pictures/b--dark-queen-in-a-lost-kingdom-50510.html) & [ekaterinabelinskaya](http://www.ekaterinabelinskaya.com/) Darkly enchanting, the photo series titled The Lost Kingdom by Ekaterina Belinskaya, a photographer based in Moscow, Russia, follows a regal queen as her evil reign comes to a slow end. Whether she is her own undoing or not, the dark queen is first captured languishing outside only to end up in imprisonment, perhaps facing a sentence similar to Marie Antoinette. Granted, she looks more like a character from a fairytale. Starring model Kate S, The Lost Kingdom by Ekaterina Belinskaya is full of [cinematic shots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles) and compelling narrative worthy of a blockbuster film. Nevertheless, as striking as the deserted scenes are, fashion designer Maria Daranova's [Gothic clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-of-secrets-collection) is what truly stands out. The breathtaking royal looks were complemented with [voluminous updos and dramatic eyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) by makeup artist and hairstylist Helen Kaddaha. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gothic Fashion:** Designers have the opportunity to create bold and dramatic clothing pieces inspired by dark and regal themes. - **Cinematic Photography:** Photographers can create photo series like The Lost Kingdom that combine fashion, storytelling, and cinematic aesthetics to create visually stunning pieces. - **Dark Storytelling:** Content creators and writers can explore darker themes and narratives to create captivating storylines that resonate with audiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Designers and fashion brands can incorporate dark and regal themes into their collections, create striking visual campaigns, and collaborate with photographers and makeup artists to achieve unique and captivating looks. - **Photography Industry:** Photographers can experiment with cinematic and narrative-driven photography styles and collaborate with fashion designers and hair/makeup artists to create visually stunning pieces. - **Entertainment Industry:** Film and TV producers can draw inspiration from the dark, fairytale-esque themes present in The Lost Kingdom and create captivating stories and characters that engage audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Unapologetic Lingerie Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariemurs-judge-me-guilty.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Fairytale-Inspired Beauty Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fairytales-collection.md) - [Exquisite AI-Designed Thrones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/throne-design.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Exploratory Rose-Centered Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eva-green.md)