# Gothic Glamazon Fashion Zhang Jinga Photographs a Sultry Denise in Badass Couture By Kamal Musharbash | Published 2010-10-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhang-jinga References: [hautemacabre](http://hautemacabre.com/2010/10/before-the-tide-comes/) Dark, badass and haute couture themes emanate from the mind of Zhang Jinga for a [photo shoot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-fashion-campaigns-marc-jacobs-unveils-its-spring-2025-marcworld-cam) entitled 'Before the Tide Comes.' Modeled by Denise, the shoot takes place on a deserted beach, where Denise is featured in [patent leathers and heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025) as she soaks up the sun-filled environment. Zhang Jinga brings a surreal take to photography as he promotes the fashions and artistic views. The shoot was styled by Mildred von Hildegard of Mother of London, and there aren't enough words to describe how wonderful and unique the [dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-femininity) are and how strong of a role they play in this editorial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Badass Couture Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate edgy, daring details into high-end fashion. - **Surreal Fashion Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to blend reality and art for visually-stunning and thought-provoking results. - **Deserted Location Shoots:** Opportunity for location scouts and photographers to utilize abandoned or unoccupied areas for photo and video shoots. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **High-end Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers and retailers to cater to consumers looking for edgier, bolder statement pieces. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to experiment with surreal themes and settings, creating unique and fresh works of art. - **Location Scouting:** Opportunity for location scouts to seek out and provide unique and interesting locations and settings for various projects, such as photo shoots and films. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Feminine Rebellion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songs-of-siren.md) - [Liberating Lingerie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhilyova.md) - [Body Artwork-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-tattoo.md) - [Archive-Inspired Retro Luxe Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tattoo-collection.md) - [Cinematic Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessandro-micheles.md) - [Restyled Cinematic Makeup Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-pranzo-campaign.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md) - [Edgy Backpack-Centric Fashion Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/at-the-edge-of-time.md) - [Collaborative Luxe Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriana-degreas-x-sabine-getty.md)