# Race-Changing Fashiontography Asian Models Turn into Caucasian Celebs in W Korea 'Transformation' By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-04-16 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w-korea-transformation References: [wmagazine](http://www.wmagazine.com/w/blogs/editorsblog/2010/04/01/if-lady-gaga-and-dita-von-tees.htm) & [style.co.kr](http://www.style.co.kr/w/fashion/main.asp) From plain to Gaga and pale to Dita, a select few unknown Asian models go white, black and big, small and tall for the [W Korea 'Transformations' editorial](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles). The magazine pays homage to Rihanna, Victoria Beckham, Tilda Swinton, Beth Ditto and the aforementioned Lady Gaga and Dita Von Teese for W Korea's May 2010 issue. Models Anna, Ji Hyun Jeong and Han Hye Yeon are among the girls who get a [celebrity makeover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign) for the W Korea 'Transformations' spread. Click through the gallery to see the before and after images. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Caucasian Makeover Trend:** Opportunity for beauty and fashion brands to explore new lines of products and services that cater to the growing demand for transformative makeovers. - **Celebrity-inspired Fashion:** Brands can capitalize on the popularity of celebrity-inspired fashion by releasing collections that mimic the styles of famous personalities. - **Diverse Representation in Fashion:** Fashion brands can disrupt the industry by promoting diversity and inclusivity through their marketing campaigns and runway shows. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Beauty:** Beauty companies can innovate by creating makeup and skincare products that can help individuals achieve transformative looks. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands have the opportunity to create collections inspired by celebrity styles and offer inclusivity in their designs. - **Advertising:** Advertising agencies can work with brands to create campaigns that celebrate diversity and challenge traditional beauty standards. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cross-Cultural Runway Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinese-golden-age-models.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Socially Impactful NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nft-collection2.md) - [Monochrome Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiyongkim-fw25.md) - [AI-Powered Fashion Photography Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterstudio.md) - [Dynamic NFT Magazines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vogue-singapore-magazine.md) - [Star-Studded Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-2025-campaign.md) - [Runway-Inspired Peel-Off Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-001-artistry-mask.md)