Tuesday, 25 March 2014

Affordable Couture + Alternative Indulgence + New Featured PRO Trends!

Greetings Trend Hunters!

Hope everyone is having a great week! This week's featured PRO Trend showcases the opportunity for brands that open up their typically niche markets to other groups. By creating products that are accessible to multiple groups of consumers -- through higher and lower end collaborations -- brands increase their appeal and develop a larger and more loyal clientele.

Our clients use PRO Trends such as Affordable Couture to market and sell to consumers they typically would not.

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PRO Trends
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1. Relational Consumption - As fewer meals are eaten in groups, brands personify food to fill the void
Implications - Food is an inherently personal topic, as it is often consumed in close company, which subsequently engrains emotional connections. This notion of the consumer relationship with food...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/relational-consumption

2. Alternative Indulgence - As foodie culture expands, connoisseurs opt for obscure drinkables
Implications - The rise in social media-obsessed foodies constantly on the lookout for unusual flavor pairings is being supported by a rise in beverages that center around imitating a familiar...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/alternative-indulgence

3. Affordable Couture - Seeking to broaden appeal, designers turn to collaborations to entice consumers
Implications - With high-end fashion often marketed to a very niche and restricted market audience, efforts to expand consumer interest has prompted couture labels to move toward more accessible...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/merging-couture



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1. 28 Examples of Cute Canine Photography - From Time Warp Dog Photography to Depressed Dog Portraits
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/cute-canine-photography

2. 100 Innovative Shoe Designs - From 3D-Printed High Tops to Self-Healing Living Sneakers
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/innovative-shoe-designs

3. 35 Public Transport Photography Shots - From Human Pile Photography to Subway Snapshots
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/public-transport-photography

4. Symmetrical Face Photography - The Series by Alex John Beck Displays the Same Side of Someone's Face
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alex-john-beck

5. Hands-Free Cell Phones - The Nokia FIT Brings Your Cell Phone Directly to Your Finger Tips
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handsfree-cell-phone

6. Realistic Cartoon Characters - This Realistic Homer Simpson Drawing is a Shocking Sight to Behold
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realistic-cartoon-characters

7. ABSOLUT's Final Reveal - Graphic Novelist Rafael Grampá Co-Creates User-Inspired Film (SPONSORED)
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absolut-next-frame-project

8. Bicycle Banana Holders - This Leather Banana Hammock Allows You to Take the Fruit For a Ride
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banana-holder

9. Cosmetic Surgery Diaries - MYA Aims to Combat the Stigma Behind Vaser Liposuction
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mya-vaser-diaries

10. Extravagant Pet Furniture - The Dogghaus Luxury Dog Beds are Made for Pampered Pets
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dogghaus-luxury-dog-beds

11. Uncluttered Open Architecture - The Naked House by Marc Gerritsen Has Open Doors for all to See
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-naked-house

12. 46 Funny Office Pranks - From Goofy Gag Thumb Drives to Office Diversion Dolls
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/funny-office-pranks


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Tuesday, 18 March 2014

Primitive Packaging + Crafted Keepsakes + New Featured PRO Trends!

Greetings Trend Hunters!

Primitive Packaging -- this week's featured PRO Trend -- demonstrates the ways brands can appeal to consumer groups on a deeper level. By packaging products in ways that mirrors a consumer's preferences or values, brands can create stronger, more genuine relationships with those buying their products.

Discover the ways you can transform your team with this and other research through our services here.

Cheers!
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PRO Trends
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1. Crafted Keepsakes - Regional jewelry caters to travelers who desire more meaningful souvenirs
Implications - While photographic captures are a convenient way to document experiences, relying on digital devices often makes memorable situations more fleeting and less emotionally engaging. As a...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/crafted-keepsakes

2. Anti-Upgrade - Instead of trading for new devices, consumers are opting for cost-effective mods
Implications - With the advent of photo-centric social media sites like Instagram and Pinterest, the dramatic rise in photography has lead to a need for increased storage. Preferring a downstream...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/afterthought-storage

3. Primitive Packaging - Rustic wood branding caters to more rugged, outdoorsy male consumers
Implications - With male consumers often relying less on emotional instincts compared to female buyers, brands are turning to more visually relatable aesthetics that allow men to easily associate...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/primitive-packaging



Hot This Week
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1. Expecting Couple Photo Series - This Series of Pregnant Couple Photography is Sweet and Serene
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pregnant-couple-photography

2. Hyperrealistic Eye Drawings - Graffiti Artist Redosking Creates Beautifully Believable Work
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-drawings

3. 83 Examples of Minimalist Architecture - From Teeny Tiny Houses to Slimly Styled Architecture
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/tiny-houses

4. Patient-Starring Portraits - Shawn Van Daele Transforms Sick Children into Fairy Tales
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/childrens-drawings-turned-into-photographs

5. 46 Pop Culture LEGO Recreations - From LEGO TV Show Sets to Nostalgic Sitcom Figurines
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/pop-culture-lego

6. Budget Cosplayer Costumes - Lowcostcosplay Makes Intentionally Cheap Cosplay from Household Items
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheap-cosplay

7. 100 Terrific Timber Furnishings - From Surfboard-Like Furniture to Surreal Nesting Seating
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/timber-furnishings

8. Femme Fatale Swimwear Ads - The Beach Bunny Spring 2014 Campaign Stars Model Irina Shayk
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beach-bunny-spring-2014

9. $50,000 Private Writing Sheds - Weston, Surman and Deane Designed a Shed for an Anonymous Writer
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed

10. 66 Examples of Macho Branding - These Masculine Branding Styles Spread the Testosterone Around
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/male-branding

11. 62 Alternative Wedding Cake Ideas - From Sushi-Themed Wedding Cakes to Sweet Bridal Bites
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/alternative-wedding-cake

12. Evocative Intertwined Body Photography - Katrin Freisager's 'Untitled' Body Photo Series is Bizarre
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-photo-series


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Tuesday, 11 March 2014

Selling Sympathy + Artificial Indulgence + New Featured PRO Trends!

Greetings Trend Hunters!

Greetings, subscribers! This week's featured PRO Trend 'Selling Sympathy' zeroes in on the powerful impact feel-good campaigns have on a brand's success. Today's consumers want to feel good about the products and services they purchase, which opens up a window for brands to relate to them on a personal level. Connecting with consumers can be done through campaigns that promote kindness, sharing and graciousness.

Our clients apply the insight from PRO Trends like this one to motivate their teams to connect on a deeper level with consumers, resulting in a memorable and longer lasting experience.

Cheers!
Jeremy Gutsche, Chief Trend Hunter, http://www.JeremyGutsche.com

PRO Trends
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1. Artificial Indulgence - As the American diet fades, consumers turn to calorie-free imitations
Implications - While fast food is a staple for millions of Americans looking for a hot meal, the diet is receiving stronger than ever criticisms by health professionals the world over. As such, low...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/artificial-indulgence

2. Selling Sympathy - Heartfelt sharing campaigns utilize kindness to connect with consumers
Implications - With brands often featuring ads that center around product placement and aesthetic appeal, consumers are looking to more emotionally enticing concepts that allow for a relatable...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/selling-sympathy

3. On-the-Go Lunch - Portability is taken a step further for consumers eating lunch at their desks
Implications - Today's consumer is hard-pressed for time and thus, lunch is often eaten at a desk. Thus a demand for pieces that push portability to new levels can be observed. Making the...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/chaotic-dining



Hot This Week
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1. 100 Bizarre Art Projects - From Provocative Vaginal Knitting to Bird Feces-Produced Artistry
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/bizarre-art-projects

2. Hauntingly Evocative Female Captures - Laura Williams Takes Incredible Photographs
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laura-williams

3. Nostalgic Surreal Village Photography - Iveta Vaivode's Tiny Village Photography Series is Mystical
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-village-photography

4. Sensually Coupled Editorials - The Numero Russia March 2014 Issue is Covered by Pat Cleveland
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/numero-russia-march-2014

5. Trapped Pet Photography - The Cats, Dogs and Human Furniture Series Deserves a Good Chuckle
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cats-dogs-and-human-furniture

6. Chic Workplace Loungers - The Sumo Lounge Beanbag Chairs are Perfect for the Office and Home
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sumo-lounge-beanbag-chairs

7. Into the Wild Photography - Foothills/Mountains by Jaime Beechum Captures the Great Outdoors
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foothillsmountains-by-jaime-beechum

8. 81 Steamy Bikini Looks - This List of Spring Break Bikini Looks May Be Perfect for Your Getaway
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/spring-break-bikini

9. Nurturing Body Image Photography - This Thought-Provoking Food Photo Series is Ethereal
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-photo-series

10. Object Collision Portraits - Kaija Straumanis Captures Photos of Hits to the Face
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hits-to-the-face

11. Crenulated Cutting Boards - The Pragma Breadboard Has a Corrugated Surface for Catching Crumbs
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragma-breadboard

12. Insanely Slim Motorbikes - The Bandit9 Eve Concept Motorcycle Could be Mistaken for a Bicycle
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandit9-eve-concept-motorcycle


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Tuesday, 4 March 2014

Eco Escapism + Exhibiting Adolescence + New Featured PRO Trends!

Greetings Trend Hunters!

Hope everyone is having a great week! This week's featured PRO Trend highlights the consumer demand for customized experiences. Eco Escapism shows how brands in the travel industry are creating experiences with elements of adventure and excitement to satisfy bored individuals.

Our clients leverage this research and insight to inspire their own customized experiences and memorable products for consumers. Discover how your team can use our services here.

Cheers!
Jeremy Gutsche, Chief Trend Hunter, http://www.JeremyGutsche.com

PRO Trends
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1. Eco Escapism - Catering to travelers bored with manufactured experiences, brands head outdoors
Implications - Vacationing usually consists of relaxation and sightseeing, but modern attractions are pushing tourists outside the walls of museums and hotels to experience surrounding natural...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/eco-escapism

2. Exhibiting Adolescence - Youthful retail displays allow shoppers to connect with their innocence
Implications - While maturing into adulthood often suggests letting go of all your childish tendencies, referring back to the innocence of youth allows individuals to relish in a familiar and...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/exhibiting-adolescence

3. Homespun Branding - Seemingly homemade labelling offers consumers a sense of familiarity
Implications - In an effort to shy away from the more flamboyant approaches of big name companies, brands are opting for more subtle and visually nostalgic labelling to create a more straightforward...
http://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/homespun-branding



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1. Dramatic 3D Street Art - Creative Duo '3D Joe and Max' Create Incredibly Realistic Graffiti
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-joe-and-max

2. Reorienting Couch Backrests - The Iceland Sofabed Offers Convertible Storage and Lumbar Support
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iceland-sofabed

3. 53 Weird Family Portraits - From Photoshopped Family Portraits to Awkward Family Photography
http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/weird-family-portraits

4. Deceptive Cottage-Shaped RVs - The ESCAPE Luxury RV Cabin is Not Your Average Mobile Vehicle
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-luxury-rv

5. Hyperrealistic Body Art - Body Paint Artist Hikaru Cho Creates Surreal and Realistic Body Art
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hikaru-cho

6. Seductive Kitten Photoshoots - Maria & Cat by Alisa Verner Takes Sensuality to a Cute Level
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maria-cat-by-alisa-verner

7. Sliding Space-Saving Apartments - Sliding Doors Make for a Flexible and Functional Design Solution
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-solution

8. Seductive Portrait Footwear Campaigns - The XTI Spring 2014 Campaign is Sizzling Hot
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xti-spring-2014-campaign

9. Top-Notch Tadpole Yachts - The Nimue 490 Has a Long Graceful Body That Curves with the Current
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimue-490

10. Manipulated Classical Paintings - Nicholas Mottla Jacobsen Blatantly Shows Process of Photoshopping
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicholas-mottla-jacobsen

11. Luxurious Functional Firearm Rings - This Gun Ring Brings the Bang to Classic Beauty
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gun-ring

12. Toddler-Made Paper Dresses - Fashion by Mayhem is an Adorable Mother and Daughter Project
http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-by-mayhem


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