Terribly beautiful: 8 spectacular Halloween looks from the masters of gloss

Jewelery and bijouterie

If you think that the pictures on the pages of magazines are perfectly "sleek", traditionally glamorous and predictably boring photo sessions, then you are deeply mistaken. Avant-garde, provocative and eccentric photographers periodically create real masterpieces for gloss. On the eve of All Saints' Day (October 31), we have chosen the strangest, most mysterious, sometimes even frightening shooting. Dark looks will serve as inspiration for a Halloween costume, while dramatic decorations will add expression to even the most modest outfit.

The Snow Queen

"The Snow Queen" by Tim Walker for British Vogue (2009)

Create a layered outfit from snow-white organza, mesh, ruffles and other textured materials. Apply talcum powder or white body paint to your body. Enhance the look with dark, slightly dripped makeup and jewelry with large crystals of cold shades. Snowflakes, stars, crescents and even feathers look spectacular. Either the fallen swan, or the Snow Queen!

Inconsolable widow

Silent, Steven Meisel for Vogue Italia (2008)

The tragic shooting with the gorgeous Linda Evangilista and other supermodels came out a couple of months after the death of Yves Saint Laurent and became a tribute to the great designer. Dress code: blanket suit, veil, silk gloves, stockings with arrows - all in the shade of a black wing. The "funeral" masquerade outfit is perhaps the easiest to implement, because each of us has something black in our wardrobe. Add deliberately feminine and elegant jewelry with black stones and pearls- and the image of the inconsolable widow is ready.

Guardian of the Galaxy

Warrior Stance by Steven Klein for W Magazine (2014)

A long time ago in a distant Galaxy ... Dressing up as the heroes of "Star Wars" is the last century, but it is very possible to rethink the images of space wanderers! A special chic to combine futuristic elements with motives in the style of "tribal" (from the English - tribe) in one outfit. From jewelry we choose massive cuff bracelets, wide chokers and graphic accent earrings. The more metallic sheen in the entire look, the better.

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Noir star

"A Visionary Story" by Stephen Klein for Vogue Italia (2015)

One of the most famous shootings of the cult photographer Stephen Klein with Lara Stone in the title role. The image of the eccentric Hollywood actress of the last century was a success for the model one hundred percent. It will not be difficult to repeat it: an evening dress to the floor, stunning heels, dramatic makeup and luxurious jewelry with stones of precious shades. The measure is completely inappropriate here (this is a masquerade!), So the more objects "hung" on you, the better!

Gothic lolita

Shooting of Valentino Haute Couture collection, Fabrizio Ferri for Vogue Italia (2015)

A pale girl in a short lace dress, with a wreath of dried flowers on her head and ritual jewelry made of flat "crumpled" metal. Here, from the jewelry, pendants with crystals, crosses, amulets - everything that is somehow connected with the occult and mysticism. A touching, gloomy and at the same time stylish image, as if from the films of Peter Weir (if you have not watched "Picnic at the Hanging Rock", then do it on the eve of Halloween - the atmosphere is guaranteed!).

Alien guest

"Creepy Kids", Roma Pashkovsky for NSS Magazine (2012)

Of course, dressing up as an alien for All Saints Day is not the most original idea, but what if you make the image of the "green man" not so "green"? Ultra-fashionable aliens dress like zoomers: they combine sporty things with glamorous ones, they love layering and oversize and cannot live without accent jewelry. Colored earrings, plastic inserts, minimalism, futurism and metal shine - all this is mixed in one outfit, creating a complex yet incredibly stylish look.

Tim Burton's muse

Tricks & Treats by Tim Walker for Harper's Bazaar (2009)

Delightful in its madness, Tim Burton's universe is filled with vivid mystical characters - ideal images for Halloween: Sweeney Todd, Willie Wonka, Emily from Corpse Bride, Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice ... These recognizable on-screen characters are simply created to be reincarnated people tired of everyday dullness.

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But the image may not be so obvious. Try to create a costume not in the style of a specific character, but in the general aesthetic "palette" of Tim Burton. Skeletons and skulls, bandages and mummies, dark silhouettes, pale skin - decadence, Gothic, but not serious, but touching and even a little ridiculous. Inspiration will be taken from this Halloween-themed shoot by Tim Walker.

Victorian queen

"E Alta Moda" by Paolo Roversi for Vogue Italia (2012)

A whimsical and vibrant image can be created by fantasizing about the Victorian era. Lush dresses to the floor, translucent fabrics, lace and guipure, many buttons, cuffs and an abundance of decor. Choose all shades of gemstones. Such outfits always look as impressive as possible. The jewelry should contain floral and plant elements, baroque patterns, cameos, pearls. Accentuate the look with exaggerated baroque makeup (pale skin, accent blush, front sight) and the look of the "crazy empress" is ready. Landmark - luxurious Saskia de Brau in the lens of Paolo Roversi and outfits from couture collections.

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