Politically Correct Countdowns - The All Inclusive Holiday Calenders Celebrates All Faiths::The good part of Advent calenders is that they have chocolate in them, delicious, delicious chocolate. The downside is that they are an incredibly Christian-based concept, excluding all other faiths from… [More]

Serendipitous Lightography - The Bokeh Photo Technique Makes Life Look like a Fairytale::I’m not much of a photographer, but I have to admit that I’ve always loved the effect of blurry lights and have tried to mimic the look many times before, but I never knew there was an actual term for… [More]

13 Tools for Writers - From Writing Unblockers to Hooded Office Chairs::Any writer can tell you that when writer’s block hits, it hits hard. You sit there staring at the screen (or paper—to each their own), with fingers tapping, and your heart beat quickly accelerating as… [More]

34 Creative Cupcakovations - Creative Cupcakes, from Jacked Confectionary Rides to Cupcake Chairs::If you live in the US then you should be celebrating National Cupcake Day and even if you don’t, creative cupcakes, edible and otherwise, always deserve celebration. It seems that these sweet treats have… [More]

Gritty Drag Queens - 'Track' by Igor Corzh Brings an Edge to Cross-Dressing::'Track' by Igor Corzh is the sort of photo set that you'll either love or be freaked out by. It features an assortment of models dressed in drag, with expressions that range from cute and cheeky to creepy… [More]

Chaotic Swirling Art - Atsushi Takahashi Leaves Caretaking Behind to Become an Artist::I love stories like these: man (Atsushi Takahashi) leads a lonely, unfulfilled life as a caretaker. Man has revelation and realizes that he’s not alone. Man starts to make connections with people who weave… [More]

Dapper Congotography - The Sapeurs Form Gentlemen Subculture in Africa::The juxtaposition between The Sapeurs (African gentlemen) and their surroundings leaves me speechless. These images depicting the lifestyle (and simply, style) of elite African males are really extraordinary.… [More]

Hip Hop Hiking Kicks - The Timerberland and Starks Collaboration is a Match Made in Rap Heaven::What do you get when you mix one of the era's most prolific and popular shoe companies with a legendary, well-worn shoe company? You get the Timberland and Starks collaboration! With a lovely suede upper… [More]

Sword Fight Wedding Dances - The Ariel and Andrew Dragon LEGO Wedding Goes Against Convention::Everyone has their own personal style, and I am firm believer that this should be reflected in all parts of their lives. Most importantly so, it should show in their wedding. The Ariel and Andrew dragon… [More]

Parenthood Exploitation Kits - The 'Office Kid' Bridges the Gap for Childless Employees::Missing work to take care of your kid is a good reason, but some childless employees may feel they’re at a disadvantage (when it comes to days off—not parenting). Now, childless people can level the playing… [More]

Guerrilla Jungle Shoots - 'Time for Army' by Antoni Szczupal is Absolutely Badass::Before I delve into 'Time for Army' by Antoni Szczupal, I have to commend the photographer's testicular fortitude for staring down the business end of a semiautomatic weapon for not one, but two harrowing… [More]

Lost Clowntography - 'The Life of Mr. Todd' by Ankit Goyal is Kind of Sad, Actually::Clowns sort of scare me, but I felt sad while clicking through 'The Life of Mr. Todd' by Ankit Goyal. The shoot features a clown and his plush sidekick as they wander alongside roads and through a forest.… [More]

Optimus Prime Ink - These Transformer Tattoos Separate the Boys from the Decepticons::I never really thought about getting my favorite childhood cartoon character tattooed on me, but if I had to, I would get an image of He-Man and Skeletor riding a tandem bike. Anyway, these guys pictured… [More]

Floral Pill Box - The Medi Flower is a Great Alternative to Traditional Tablet Containers::If you’re living with an elderly person, or someone who (unfortunately) must take more than a few pills a day, the Medi Flower may be the perfect thing for you and them. It can be depressing seeing pill… [More]

Badass High-Class Yachts - The Sentori 50 R is a Floating Beast::I’ve never really considered myself a boat person, not because I don’t like boats, I just don’t really think about them; yet the SENTORI 50 R may have changed all that. The bigger the better, I always… [More]

Creatives as Business Muses - Tune in to Our Coverage of the HP Richard Florida Webcast at 2 PM!::This afternoon, I’ll be live-tweeting a Richard Florida webcast as a part of HP’s “Input | Output” series. Florida is the author of ‘The Rise of the Creative Class,’ an international best-seller that discusses… [More]

Tranquil Seaside Home Design - San Rafael, California Home Shows Off Relaxed Beach Living::The Apartment Therapy blog featured this home of Tricia and Stefan Rose, which is the epitome of relaxed beach living. At 1,225 square feet, the San Rafael home isn’t big, but a location on the water and… [More]

Green Hanukkah Ideas - Celebrate the Festival of (LED) Lights::The Green Hanukkia is the official organization encouraging a green celebration of the Jewish holiday. Having a green Hanukkah is easy with these simple suggestions and awesome stand-ins for the usual… [More]

Mortality Montages - 'Living With Dying' by Bip Mistry Focuses on One Man's Path of Self-Realization::‘Living With Dying’ by Bip Mistry is a photo series that focuses on the unavoidable topic of our own mortality. By showing an aged man drinking, smoking and going about his daily activities, this stark… [More]

Eco Storage Solutions - Giulio Patrizi Recycles Wood into Cubic Containers::Italian designer Giulio Patrizi created this eco storage container from recycled wood. He took the different pieces and created a simple way for them to fit together, which allows for simple assembly and… [More]

Screenprinted Date Savers - The Artsy Wild Unknown Calendars for 2010::The Wild Unknown is a great source for unique, and usually shabby chic, design items that add charm to any home decor. The calendars for the coming year are no exception, and they’re available now. The… [More]

Vinegar Refreshments - The New Wild Flavors Drinks are Made for Adult Tastes::Wild Flavors drinks are adventuresome beverages indeed! This US-based company is introducing three new flavor groupings: malt, vinegar and kombucha. Yes, that second one says vinegar; apparently when mixed… [More]

DIY Christmas Decor - Simple Projects to Jazz Up Your Holiday Interiors::Whether you're on a tight budget or just like me and enjoy getting crafty, there are tons of DIY Christmas decor ideas popping up all over the web. You can find anything you need this holiday season, from… [More]

Boho Business Wear - The See by Chloe Pre-Fall 2010 Collection Takes on a '70s Feel::A trip back in time is what the See by Chloe Pre-Fall 2010 Collection is proposing. If you take a look through this gallery, you’ll see what I mean. The overall vibe of the See by Chloe Pre-Fall 2010… [More]

Cowboy Controllers - Win Channel-Changing Battles With a Trusty Gun-Shaped TV Remote::This gun-shaped TV remote can change channels, adjust volume levels and turn your TV on and off by simply pulling the trigger. It’s perfect for those TV night stand-offs when several people all want to… [More]

Credit Card-Thin Shavers - The Kuo Chia Hung Carzor Saves You for Those Stubbly Situations::Imagine you’re in such a rush you completely forgot to shave in the morning, or that you are an incredibly hairy person and you’re five-o’clock shadow comes at noon; then, my prickly friend, you need the… [More]

41 Unique Yoga Innovations - From Tween Yoga Products to Punk Rock Yoga Classes::These unique yoga products and innovations go far beyond your basic yoga mat and Bikram classes -- we've rounded up the most unique yoga-related innovations featured on Trend Hunter. Click through the… [More]

Gas Pumps as Lighters - Whatever You Do, Don't Try These Tricks from 'Girl With a Spark' at Home::The model featured in 'Girl With a Spark' by Vlad Mukhin has a knack of making mayhem. Whether she's lighting her cigarette with a gas pump or blindfolding herself in a dimly-lit alley, she's trouble.… [More]

Tattoo Parlor Portraits - 'Pinker Tattoo' by Bettina Marton Captures Ink & Piercings Informally::Tattoos are fun, but tattoo photos are even more fun, and this set by Bettina Marton called 'Pinker Tattoo' is the most fun of all (this morning, at least). The set features a pierced, tattooed blonde… [More]

Baby Name Translators - 'Today Translations' Provides Linguistic Help for Expecting Parents::Haven’t you always felt sorry for the John Johnsons of the world? How about the Gaylords, Butches, and Fannys? You’d think naming your kid something nice would be a no-brainer, but apparently not. Now… [More]

Sprightly Wheelchairs - The Lawrence Kwok Nimbl Allows More Movement in Home::It’s terrible enough if you have to be confined to a wheelchair, but if it’s one of those lumbering contraptions that actually doesn’t get you anywhere, what’s the point? Ok, wheelchairs will get you from… [More]

Handbag Insurance - Insurance4everyone Helps Women Recoup Losses from Handbag Theft::Most women would tell you that their life is in their handbag and if it was ever stolen their world would definitely be shattered! Enter Boutique Handbag Insurance, offered by the UK online store insurance4everyone.… [More]

Gamer Soda Soaps - The Mountain Dew Scented NES Soap is the Worst/Best Thing Ever::Geeks of the world, get super stoked 'cause two of your favorite things have mixed with one of your least favorite things to create something entirely likable (I don’t know what I just said). The Mountain… [More]

Pint Sized City Dwellings - The Tiny Manhattan Apartment is Perfect for Those Who Abhor Space::I generally expect every flat in New York to be cramped and tiny. And as a general rule, I am right. But upon hearing about this tiny Manhattan apartment, I am shocked at how small, small really is. At… [More]

28 Pothead Discoveries - It's High Time You Got Acquainted With Marijuana Innovations::Trend Hunter has covered many pothead discoveries, and this cluster sets out to outline the best of them all. Between artisan masks made to look like marijuana leaves, television specifically for weed… [More]

Erotic Food Paintings - Monica Cook Artwork Shows Food in a Whole New Light::Food and sex have always been linked together. I think it has something to do with the basic sensuality of food, which mirrors the same qualities one would have by getting jiggy with some fine piece of… [More]

San Diego Social Media Internships - Trend Hunter Seeks Twitter & Facebook Addicts for Spring 2010::If you’re addicted to Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, or LinkedIn, our kickass San Diego social media internships are right up your alley. No more fetching coffee and making copies—instead, you’ll be helping… [More]

Animated Movie Reviews - Spill.com Movie Reviewers Get Animated::The tomatoes have gone permanently rotten and Fandango is no fun anymore. Roger Ebert has eaten himself out of credibility. So where do you turn for a movie review? Spill movie reviews at Spill.com provide… [More]

Photorealistic Realizations - Revelations of Photorealism in the Work of Norman Rockwell::Many people have seen the work of Norman Rockwell and marveled at the detail, the exactness, and the life-like qualities. Now, the inspiration for his pieces is on display, with the original photos that… [More]

Awkward Adolescent Artwork - Sabine Dehnel and the Barefoot Painting Series::Now showing at the Pulse Miami/NYC Contemporary Art Fair is this work by artist Sabine Dehnel. Dehnel highlights the transformation of a girl into a woman by featuring paintings of the back of a girl's… [More]

30 Seasonal Santa Features - Papa Noel, Father Christmas, and Old Saint Nick::Have you been naughty or nice this year? If it’s the former, it’s about time to pull it together so you won’t make Santa mad. These seasonal Santa features show a number of incarnations of the jolly gift-giving… [More]

Blurry Playground Shoots - 'Hover' by Svetlana Safin Shows Adults Having Fun like Kids::'Hover' by Svetlana Safin is a photo shoot that captures childhood fun on the playground. The models swing from swing sets and jump from rope ladders in a park setting that makes me instantly think of… [More]

Slimly Styled Architecture - Donald Chong Creates the Perfect Match for Slim Toronto Lot::As priorities and lifestyles change, many families are making the decision to stay in the city instead of move to the suburbs for a bigger home. Karen White and David MacNaughtan decided to make a slim… [More]

Buying Time as Gifts - 'Own a Minute' Lets You Purchase a New York Minute::There are only so many minutes in a day, so why not own one? The Commemorative Edition NY Minute clock lets you celebrate a minute in time for the perfect wedding, anniversary or birthday gift. Your… [More]

Dating Sites Wooing Cheaters - Wealth Seeks Beauty & AshleyMadison.com Try to Recruit Tiger Woods::Tiger Woods’ recent exploited affair has gotten him recognized as “The Sugar Daddy Masters Champion” by Wealth Seeks Beauty, a sugar daddy dating website. They have awarded him with a lifelong membership… [More]

Architecturally Elaborate Home Design - The Truss Collection by Context Furniture::The Truss Collection by Context Furniture was obviously inspired by architectural elements (trusses, to be exact). The collection includes tables, benches, chairs, and desks, all with an architectural… [More]

Tents on Wheels - Journeyman Mobile Shelter Bicycle Trailers Offer Tow-Behind Shelter::Tony Hoar is the designer behind the Journeyman Mobile Shelter Bicycle Trailer. Located in British Columbia, Canada, Tony’s Trailers offer a compact traveling tent mounted in a trailer that easily tows… [More]

Viral Gifting - 29 Day Gift Giving Challenge Has 7,000+ Members::There’s nothing glitzy about this website; just a simple challenge about 29 days worth of gift giving. It’s like paying it forward and taking the concept of random acts of kindness one step further. Over… [More]

Heated Streets - Self-Heating Roads Will Make Winter Driving Safer::As a driver, I get extremely irritated by people who drastically change their driving styles as soon as the weather takes a turn for the worse; but with these self-heating roads, that may mean the end… [More]