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# Coquettish Gray Scale Spreads
The Mood by Xin Fan is Shot in Bewitching Black and White

By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-03-02 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mood-by-xin-fan
References: [fashioncopious.typepad](http://fashioncopious.typepad.com/fashioncopious/2011/02/editorial-the-mood-danni-li-and-bonnie-chen-by-xin-fan-for-vogue-china-march-2011.html) & [vogue.cn](http://www.vogue.com.cn/)

Embodying [contemporary style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) and fashions of the past, The Mood by Xin Fan exudes a collection of saucy snapshots. Models Bonnie Chen and Danni Li are draped in glamorous gowns and pant suits that rouse enough visual intrigue to give the photographs full color.

Animal prints, natural patterns and rich furs give the girls a hot sense of presence within the pages of the March 2011 issue of Vogue China. Out on the town, they are dressed to the nines with curled hair and [bold makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign), with a dapper man in toe that they successfully overshadow.

Styling by Cheryl Leung has given The Mood by Xin Fan an elaborate appeal from which patterns pop. Infused with further attitude from the [provocative females](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren), this editorial offers a punch for such subtle coloring.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 20% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Contemporary Style:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry can be found by exploring new ways to blend contemporary styles with elements of the past.
- **Visual Intrigue:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the photography industry by experimenting with saucy snapshots and captivating black and white imagery.
- **Elaborate Appeal:** In the world of editorial styling, disruptive innovation can arise from incorporating unconventional patterns and bold makeup choices to create an elaborate and eye-catching aesthetic.

### Where This Applies

- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by embracing both contemporary styles and vintage elements to create unique and captivating looks.
- **Photography:** In the photography industry, disruptive innovation can come from experimenting with saucy snapshots and captivating black and white imagery to create visually intriguing compositions.
- **Editorial Styling:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in editorial styling lie in incorporating unconventional patterns and bold makeup choices to create an elaborate and eye-catching appeal.

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