# Monochromatic Geek-Chic Captures The Victoria Wallace by Conan Thai Shoot is Simple and Sweet By Souzan Michael | Published 2011-11-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victoria-wallace-by-conan-thai References: [fashiongonerogue](http://fashiongonerogue.com/portrait-victoria-wallace-conan-thai/) & [forums.thefashionspot](http://forums.thefashionspot.com/f52/victoria-wallace-60301.html) Judging by the countless runway shows and editorial spreads, it seems that geeky chic fashions are back in style, and the [Victoria Wallace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concav-collection) by Conan Thai photo shoot is another feature to add to that list. The 19-year-old American model is seen in different styles of rock and roll-influenced dress, from rocking [skull and crossbones earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry) and lingerie under a vest, to leopard print leggings, an intense choker necklace and [nerdy-chic glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouquet-collection-1). The Victoria Wallace by Conan Thai editorial shoot is timeless in black and white, yet certainly maintains an edgy and slightly retro feel thanks to Wallace’s gorgeous cat-eye makeup. Make sure to check out Conan Thai’s stunning black and white portraits starring the beautiful and doe-eyed Victoria Wallace. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Geek-chic Fashion Resurgence:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of rock and roll-inspired clothing incorporating geeky elements. - **Monochromatic Editorial Shoots:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform for photographers to showcase black and white editorial shoots. - **Retro-inspired Makeup:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch a beauty brand focusing on cat-eye makeup with a retro twist. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize tech advancements to create geek-chic fashion designs. - **Photography:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an online marketplace for photographers specializing in monochromatic editorial shoots. - **Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a new line of retro-inspired makeup products to the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [Punk Rock-Informed Fall Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superculture-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md) - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Warped Dynamic New-Gen Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vern-morph-and-form.md) - [Eclectic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-eyewear-collection.md)