# Haute Apocalypse Gear The Heyniek 'Fantastic Fatalism' Line is a Hot Way to Go By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trippy-apocalyptic-fashion-heynieks-2012-end-of-the-world-inspired-clothing References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2011/01/05/fantastic-fatalism-by-heyniek/) & [heyniek](http://www.heyniek.com/) The Heyniek 'Fantastic Fatalism' line is based on the Mayan prediction that 2012 will be the end of the world. Visual artist Heyniek, or Niek Pulles, has designed an [imaginary fashion line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paranoid-fw25) called 'Fantastic Fatalism' to ring in the predicted apocalypse. The Heyniek 'Fantastic Fatalism' line mixes [contrasting colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-x-glenn-martens) to create trippy visuals that fall right in line with the collection's [mysterious theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-and-mad-architects). Ultimately, the Heyniek 'Fantastic Fatalism' line suggests that if the world must end, it does so in style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/stylephotography) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Apocalypse Fashion:** The rise of fashion lines inspired by apocalyptic themes presents an opportunity for designers to create unique and imaginative collections. - **Contrasting Colors:** The use of contrasting colors in fashion design allows for visually striking and attention-grabbing creations, offering opportunities for bold and innovative color combinations. - **Mysterious Themes:** The incorporation of mysterious and enigmatic themes in fashion lines offers an opportunity for designers to captivate audiences with intrigue and storytelling. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Design:** The fashion design industry can capitalize on the trend of apocalypse-inspired collections by creating unique and visually captivating clothing lines. - **Art and Visual Design:** Artists and visual designers have the opportunity to explore fantasy and surrealism through the incorporation of contrasting colors and mysterious themes in their creations. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can leverage the popularity of apocalypse-themed fashion to organize immersive events that transport attendees into a world of fantasy and fatalism. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Statement Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-future-is-not-set.md) - [Fantastical Hyper-Utility Fashion Liness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-dirty-jobs.md) - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Fall-Ready Explorative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-heritage.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Futuristic Fall-Centric Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origins-collection.md) - [Spring-Centric Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-1.md) - [Earth-Honoring Fall-Ready Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanamica-4.md)