TREND REPORT: Social Media Mockery, Laundry 2.0 (UPDATE) and top trends!

on Tuesday, September 17, 2013

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Many consumers complain about not having enough time in their lives for the things that really matter, like spending time with friends, family or exploring personal hobbies. Brands that can equip consumers with more free time will undoubtedly become more popular among time-hungry individuals. Laundry 2.0 shows how brands can free up time for consumers by making everyday tasks and chores not only quicker, but also more enjoyable. Today's consumer seeks out the brand that can both save them time and offer convenience.

Enjoy!

Jeremy Gutsche, Chief Trend Hunter (@jeremygutsche)


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Laundry 2.0 (UPDATE)

Social media and tech advancements make this chore more enjoyable
Implications - Truly a testament to the ways in which social media and tech have begun to play a role in nearly every facet of consumer life, these innovations are playing a part in mundane tasks,... [More]


Condensed Cuisine

Foods that condense entire meals into smaller forms offer more convenience
Implications - Targeted at younger, on-the-go consumers with a preference for novelty, food that condenses an entire other meal into a small, more convenient form is selling well. This approach to... [More]


Social Media Mockery

Social media-based parodies strike a chord with millennials
Implications - Making a statement about the ubiquity of social media while adopting familiar figures in entertaining ways, parodies that use social media as a basis resonate with a generation that... [More]






Top 15 This Week
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1. Celebrity Demolition Photography

The Miley Cyrus Wrecking Ball Photo Shoot is Hot and Destructive

2. Disturbing Neck Brace Accessories

These Katarzyna Konieczka Nekromantik Collection is Conceptual

3. Contemporary Camper Concepts

The Caraviso Caravan is Designed for Upscale Outdoorsmen

4. Stunning Celebratory Magazine Covers

The Kate Upton Vanity Fair Issue is Both Seductive and Classy

5. Provocative Urban Chic Photography

Quentin Legallo's Provocative Photos Mix Fashion with Street

6. Back-Seat Driver Vehicles

A Dubai Resident Recently Customized His Car for Back-Seat Driving

7. Raw Cultural Close-Ups

The Real Photography by Manuel Araya Reflects His Origins

8. Whimsical Angelic Photography

Chiara Fersini Created a Beautiful Surreal Series

9. Ultra Modern Portable Homes

The Passion House by Architect 111 is a Luxurious Mobile Home

10. Compact Sustainable Houses

The Smart Student Unit is an Inexpensive Option

11. Folded Origami Furnishings

The Plie Collection by Gergely Kiss-Gal is Geometry-Infused

12. Graphic 80s-Inspired Editorials

The Grazia France September 2013 Editorial is Perfectly Printed

13. Top 20 Trends of the Day

From Lavish Modern Decor Ideas to Raw Body Art Photography

14. Somber Self-Deprecating Portraits

Michelle Sank Captured Teens Who are On a Quest for Perfection

15. Illuminated Animalistic Illustrations

Artist minimoo64 Created Stunning Eclectic Digital Drawings







Hot in Tech

1. Two-Wheel Transportation Boards

The S-Walker Board is a New Way to Manually Move Around

2. Eerie Fairy Editorials

The Luca Meneghel 'Ophelie' Shoot Brings New Depth to Fashion Photography

3. Literature-Inspired Decals

The Giving Tree Sticker Will Remind You to be Generous



Hot in Art & Design

1. Authenticity-Promoting Tees

The 'Stay Real' Tee from 'Brashy Couture' Supports Being Genuine

2. Post-Punk Superhero Portraits

Butcher Billy's Remixed Batman Portrait Has an Edgy Punk Feel

3. Reflective Animal Art

Tomoko Konoike's Six-Legged Wolf Sculpture is Covered in Glass Shards



Hot in Marketing

1. Elegant Minimalism Catalogs

The Jay Ahr Resort 2014 Lookbook Showcases Effortless Sophistication

2. Ambiguous Workwear Catalogs

The Tim Labenda Spring Summer 2014 Collection is Gender-Bending

3. Rugged Manly Lookbooks

The Two Angle Fall 2013‏ Campaign is Eclectic and Masculine



Hot in Pop Culture

1. Bare Bedroom Photography

The Erion Hegel Kross Blu Equis Image Series is Raw and Candid

2. Blatantly Lying Shirts

The 'I Work Out' Muscle Shirt Chooses Netflix Over Hitting the Gym

3. Luxe Leather-Infused Editorials

The Fashion Magazine October Issue Features Daria Werbowy



Hot in Eco

1. Eco-Friendly Cat Mansions

This Mighty Cat Mansion Will Have Your Feline Feeling Regal

2. Modular Transforming Workspaces

Michael Jantzen Lets You Customize Your Workspace

3. Greenhouse Glass Restaurants

the Greenhouse Restaurant Grows Your Dinner on Demand



1. Food-Focused Social Enterprises

Joey Adler Talks About Food Security and the Human Condition



1. 55 Speeches on the Future

From the Future of Disruptive Technology to Community-Based Commerce

2. 42 Speeches for Youth

These Youth Presentations Aim to Inspire and Motivate the Next Generation

3. 50 Tips for a Better Quality of Life

From Increasing Human Life Span to the Importance of Rest



1. Prioritizing Employee Satisfaction

Kelly Cook, SVP of Marketing at DSW, Inc.

2. Driving Innovation Through Mindset (INTERVIEW)

Lou Schreurs, SVP Product Creation, Olufsen & Bang



Hot in Luxury

1. Tropical Modern Luxury Abodes

The 'Ettley Residence' is a Modern California Dream House

2. Ruffled Haute Couture Looks

Maxima Portugal's Frill Fall Fashion Features Michaela Hlavackova

3. Structural Hair-Focused Photography

Clothing Takes the Back Seat in This Fashion Editorial



Hot in Fashion

1. Unconventional Elegant Rings

This Sterling Silver Diamond Ring is Beautifully Delicate

2. Grungy Aggressive Editorials

The 'V' Editorial in Blind Magazine is Both Edgy and Chic

3. Frightening Makeup Masks

The 'Uniface Mask' is the Alternative to Makeup Or Plastic Surgery



Top Lists

1. 100 Creative Pumpkin Innovations

From DIY Any Flavor Freezies to Couture Gourd Carvings

2. 16 Examples of Eccentric Hot Tubs

From Two-Tier Hot Tubs to Transportable Jacuzzis

3. 100 Wizarding World Products

JK Rowling Writes The Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Movie





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