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Cigar-Shaped USBs

Blunts & Roses is a Limited Edition Collection Designed by Savage Diplomacy

— March 10, 2011 — Art & Design
Blunts & Roses is a limited re-release by the musician Penuckle. The artists in charge of the packaging were Savage Diplomacy, who wanted to offer more than just music on a disk. They created a unique and exclusive package to fit Penuckle's musical style. All of the extremely detailed packaging featured was handcrafted by Savage Diplomacy. Stained wood, gold foil screen printing and parchment paper were all used to create these one-of-a-kind collector's items. The package features a vinyl, a USB with the music stored in it and an album credit booklet. The cigar-shaped USB is my favorite item because it looks so real!

Savage Diplomacy is made up of Adrian Luther and Jesus Flores, who state that they are "driven by passion for design, music and a modernist aesthetic."
Trend Themes
1. Custom USB Packaging - More artists and musicians could follow Savage Diplomacy's example and offer unique and exclusive packaging containing customized USB drives.
2. Cigar-shaped Products - The popularity of cigar-shaped USBs could lead to an increase in demand for other cigar-shaped products, such as pens, flashlights, and power banks.
3. Handcrafted Collectors' Items - The trend towards unique and exclusive collectors' items that are handcrafted and made with premium materials, like wood and gold foil, is on the rise.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - The music industry could benefit from offering unique and exclusive packaging, such as custom USBs, to enhance the value of their physical products.
2. Graphic Design Industry - Graphic design firms could help musicians and artists create unique and creative packaging for their physical products, like USBs, to stand out in a crowded market.
3. Craft and Handmade Industry - The trend towards custom, premium, and handcrafted collectors' items presents opportunities for small businesses and artisans to cater to a niche market seeking unique and high-quality products, like the ones created by Savage Diplomacy.
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