# Feisty Fur Editorials The Vogue Russia October 2012 Issue Showcases Luxe Texture By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-09-21 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-russia-october-2012-issue References: [thesharper.blogspot](http://thesharper.blogspot.ca/2012/09/frida-gustavsson-for-vogue-russia.html) & [vogue.ru](http://www.vogue.ru) The [Vogue Russia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-rules-club) October 2012 issue features this stunning editorial piece photographed by Patrcik Demarchelier. Model Frida Gustavsson sports a series of striking [fur pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-aspen) to complement each outstanding look. Styled by Ekaterina Mukhina, the editorial features rich, dark hues that channel a mysterious vibe. The beauty story pairs well with this piece as the model sports a short bob and raven-crimson lips. This makes for a fierce femme fatale motif that resonates well with strong, independent women. The editorial boasts a type of opulence that is best executed by Vogue Russia. Nothing characterizes a take on tasteful excess like fur, lavish jewels and ornate garments. This October 2012 fashion story features pieces by [Dolce & Gabbana](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign), Emilio Pucci and Givenchy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxurious Fur Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable and ethical alternatives to real fur, such as faux fur or innovative fabric technologies. - **Mysterious Dark Hues:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new color palettes and textures that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue in fashion and design. - **Fierce Femme Fatale Motif:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create empowering and bold fashion collections that celebrate the strength and independence of women. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate augmented reality technology in online shopping experiences to provide virtual try-on options for fur and luxury garments. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and cruelty-free fabric materials that mimic the luxurious feel and look of real fur. - **Cosmetics and Beauty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch bold and unconventional makeup collections that embrace dark and seductive color schemes to complement fashion trends. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-october-collection.md) - [Outdoor-Ready Luxurious Fashion Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fendi-3.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Contemporary Femininity Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Elegant Love-Inspired Outwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/expedition-for-love.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md)