# Lustrous Leather Editorials The Vogue UK 'New Noir' Shoot Slivers with Sleek Style By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-08-10 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-uk-new-noir References: [trendland](http://trendland.com/new-noir-by-craig-mcdean-for-vogue-uk-septemeber-2012/) & [vogue](http://www.vogue.co.uk/) Displaying the most prominent theme for fall, the Vogue UK '[New Noir](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir)' editorial is a sleek display of [luscious leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-spring-collection). The fashion story is titled to highlight the comeback of leather at the most de riguer material for the season. The "new black" refers to sudden popularity, and black leather certainly holds this prestige. This lustrous shoot starring the stunning model Suvi Koponen features a highly stylized brand of the luxury hide material. Photographer Craig McDean captured the stunning contrast of black sleekness with a decidedly wooden setting. The fitted silhouettes of the tailored garments are enhanced by the [minimalist beauty story](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit) of straight tresses. Including a wooden mask, this stunning editorial provides fantastic inspiration for those who are looking to incorporate leather into their street style ensembles in the chilly months. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Leather Comeback:** The sudden popularity of black leather presents an opportunity for designers to create innovative and stylish leather garments. - **Luxury Hide Material:** The use of luscious leather in high-end fashion editorials showcases the potential for designers to explore new ways of incorporating leather into luxury clothing and accessories. - **Minimalist Beauty:** The minimalist beauty story featuring straight tresses complements the sleekness of black leather, providing an opportunity for beauty brands to create minimalist-inspired beauty products that cater to leather-focused fashion trends. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Design:** The resurgence of leather as a popular material gives fashion designers an opportunity to create innovative leather garments for the fall season, tapping into the demand for stylish and luxurious leather apparel. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands have a chance to create high-end leather products, such as handbags and accessories, that appeal to consumers looking to embrace the leather trend in their fashion choices. - **Beauty/cosmetics:** Beauty brands can capitalize on the minimalist beauty trend showcased in this editorial by creating beauty products that complement the sleekness of black leather and cater to the needs of leather-oriented fashion enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intimate Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-heat.md) - [Vegan Leather Collection Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fw25-vegan-leather.md) - [Reprised Fall Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-reimagines-autumnal-fashion.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [Modern Minimalist Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-latest-summer-edit.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Faux Fur Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection.md) - [Noir-Inspired Luxury Cosmetic Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rouge-noir.md) - [Coordinated Leather Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-spring-collection.md)