Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Weekly Trend Report + This Week's Top Innovations!

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Greetings !

This week's newsletter highlights the top innovations currently featured on the site. Check them out below:

Food: General Mills released 10,000 boxes of 'Marshmallow-Only' Lucky Charms.

Fashion: Fashion Magazine's Summer 2017 issue features a peel-off cover by Joe Fresh.

Retail: Chuck E. Cheese's restaurants will now offer autism-friendly play times called 'Sensory Sensitive Sundays.'

Marketing: To celebrate the release of Bowmore's travel retail range, Beam Suntory is launching VR distillery tours.

Entertainment: Universal Orlando's new 'Tapu Tapu' wristband acts as virtual wallet for visitors.

Enjoy!

Jeremy Gutsche Twitter Trends Facebook Facebook Facebook
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P.S. Here's my innovation keynote schedule:

Consumer Insights
Eccentric Seasoning
Asian flavor trends turn conventional snacks into surprising experiences
Implications - Exploring non-traditional combinations and formulations, Asian snack brands are continuously coming out with flavors that dare to create unlikely matches. Taking simple snacking... [More]
Fusion Confection
Classic Asian desserts are reformatted to appeal to North American audiences
Implications - Continuously inspired by new formats, ingredients and textures, dessert brands are taking advantage of the evolving popularity of Asian-fusion cuisine by incorporating popular Asian... [More]
Reactionary Reverie
Glittery treats serve as a distraction from an anxious political climate
Implications - Consumers are being drawn to food and drink products marketed around fairy tale-esque iconography that aims to re-position consumption as an experience of escapism. In addition to... [More]
Artistic Trinket
Toys turn into collectible artworks to engage the whole family
Implications - With parents looking to spend more time with their children, toy brands look for ways to appeal to both children and adults alike to foster bonding through joint interest. Taking an... [More]
Deceptive Glam
Affordable fashion focuses on sophisticated design for cost-savvy consumers
With high end fashion content prevalent on social media, consumers of all economic backgrounds are becoming hyper aware of the designs and trends that signify luxury. Brands looking to target these... [More]


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Hot This Week

Top 60 Art Trends

From Branded Money-Shooting Accessories to Oblong Blown Glass

65 Camping Must-Haves

From Organic Astronaut Desserts to Flatpack Camping Lanterns

29 Outdoor Pet Innovations

From Illuminating Fetch Toys to Personalized Pet Fashions

35 Examples of Novelty Barbecue Accessories

From Smart Meat Thermometers to Dog-Friendly Burgers

34 Innovative Pillow Designs

From Jet-Lag Eliminating Pillows to Aspirating Robotic Cushions

23 Whiskey-Inspired Products

From Whiskey-Scented Dry Shampoos to Booze-Infused Pretzels

7. 25 Celebratory Canadiana Ideas



8. 17 Subscription Services for Drinkers



Featured Clusters

25 Confectionery Retail Innovations

From Alternative Candy Stores to Whimsical Creamery Parlors


30 Niche Streaming Innovations

From Anime Streaming Platforms to Snapchat Comedy Shows


60 Drinkable Beauty Aids

From Detoxifying Charcoal Lattes to Beauty-Boosting Soda Beverages


50 Examples of Millennial-Targeted Alcohol Branding

From Simian Canned Wines to Smart Rum Bottles





Courses

11 Examples of Innovative Apps

From the Weight of Data to the Element of Play in Advertising


14 Strategic Planning Presentations

From Comparing Ideas to the Value of Intuition


55 Innovative Design Keynote Speeches

From Electric Building Blocks to Seven Principles of Design


20 Eye-Opening Speeches on the Internet

From the Physical World Wide Web to Social Media in China





Marketing

12 Premium Loyalty Programs

From Cross-Channel Cosmetics Campaigns to Premium Rideshare Loyalty


36 Examples of Airline Marketing Campaigns

From Sci-Fi-Themed Airplanes to Snapshot Travel Ads


20 Examples of Animal-Branded Products

From Wildlife Wine Labels to Celebratory Moon Cake Boxes


50 Artisanal Drinking Innovations

From Boozy Bubble Teas to Instant Craft Beer Powders


Pop Culture

47 Official Disney Collaborations

From LEGO Fantasy Castles to Enchanting Cookware Pots


40 Genderless Beauty Innovations

From Subculture Skincare Branding to Unisex Fragrance Blends


32 Holographic Products

From Vivid Candy Clutches to Shattered Glass Manicures


25 Multicultural Brand Initiatives

From Racially Diverse Coding Programs to Inclusive Nude Fashion


Tech

10 Streamlined Food Services

From Fast Food Mobile Ordering Apps to At-Home Espresso Subscriptions


21 Levitating Gadgets

From Levitating Record Players to Futuristic Floating Speakers


15 Hybrid Digital Note-Taking Ideas

From Portable Digital Pens to Augmented Writing Kits


25 Home Safety Innovations

From Intelligent Fire Alarms to Sustainable Stain Removers


Art & Design

12 Kid-Friendly Retail Innovations

From Character-Themed Tech Shops to Interactive Candy Displays


44 Unicorn-Inspired Products

From Classic Rainbow Sneakers to Glittery Unicorn Cards


15 Millennial-Focused Texting Innovations

From AI Butler Apps to Combination Messaging Tools


38 Creative Cement Innovations

From Cantilevered Concrete Spaces to Light-Up Cement Concepts


Eco

100 Unique Skincare Ideas

These Cosmetic Products Prevent & Treat a Slew of Skin-Related Problems


33 Eco Dining Innovations

From Sustainable Food Waste Eateries to Vegan Ice Cream Schools


12 Solar Roofing Innovations

From Printed Solar Cells to Sustainable Metal Roofing Solutions


60 Sustainable Snack Options

From Chocolate-Covered Insects to Organic Artisan Chocolates


Luxury

38 Examples of Experiential Luxury

From Boutique Concert Camps to Refined Cheese Pop-Ups


16 Edible Gold Leaf Snacks

From Luxe Gilded Donuts to Gold-Plated Sushi Rolls


65 Examples of Millennial Luxury

From Exclusive Pop Star Merchandise to Healthy Protein Sweets


Fashion

24 Anti-Pollution Cosmetics

These Anti-Pollution Skincare Products Block Environmental Stressors


26 Inclusive Beauty Examples

From Subversive Fast Fashion Commercials to Cultural Emoji Concepts


24 Beauty and the Beast Collectibles

From Opulent Rose Accessories to Fantasy Princess Fragrances


24 Mess-Free Cosmetic Sticks

These Balms, Scrubs and Primers Take the Form of Beauty Sticks





Wasted Apple Beverages


Socially Conscious Coffee Blends


Alzheimer-Targeting Perfumes





10 Innovative Map Presentations


65 Presentations on the Economy


14 Keynotes on Creative Office Environments




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