# Dashing Polka Dot Pictorials This Vagelis Valeontis Photoshoot is Minimalist and Crisp By Josh Triantafilou | Published 2012-06-23 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vagelis-valeontis References: [fashionserved](http://www.fashionserved.com/gallery/to-the-point/3716856) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/vagelis_valeontis) Athens, Greece-based photographer Vagelis Valeontis's recent series 'To The Point' catches the eye with its [minimalist but also psychedelic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shape-of-play). Throughout the series, model Esther Mastroyianni is shot posing against a black and white polka dot background that shifts and bends from frame to frame. In the first shot, the dots are evenly spaced and adhere to a grid pattern. In subsequent frames, the dots follow the contours of Mastroyianni's body for a warped, bent look. Adding to this topsy-turvy aesthetic are the various pieces of [white furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bells-whistles) found throughout the frames which blend into the background; Mastroyianni sits and leans on these objects and, in doing so, plays with viewers' sense of depth. As far as the clothing goes, stylist Aris Georgiadis's [classic dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) are the epitome of elegance and grace. Similarly, Vassilis Stratigos's hair and make up are the perfect finish to the series' striking aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for businesses to incorporate minimalist design elements into their products or branding. - **Psychedelic Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with psychedelic elements in their photo shoots, creating visually captivating images. - **Topsy-turvy Aesthetic:** Opportunity for artists and designers to play with viewers' perception of depth and create visually engaging artworks. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create elegant and graceful designs that are influenced by minimalist and psychedelic trends. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate polka dot patterns and minimalist aesthetics into furniture and home decor. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to explore innovative techniques and concepts, such as the use of warped and bent backgrounds, to create unique and eye-catching images. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Silver Polka Dot Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/papergirl-paris-and-beams.md) - [Vibrantly Bold Wallpaper Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otto-studio.md) - [Stunningly Minimalist Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-lighting-design.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Chic Norm-Challenging Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiggle-collection.md) - [Monochromatic Cosmetic Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmetic-clinic.md) - [Surrealist Beauty Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toiletpaper-magazine.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md)