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Tattooed Primates

Inked Monkeys, Apes & Gorillas Show Evolution of Body Mods

— April 16, 2009 — Tech
We all like things that are not great for us--little dirty secrets such as our insatiable cravings for candy or a really bad band that we love. Posting this article about tattooed primates gives me a similarly childish thrill.

These photoshopped images of tattooed monkeys, apes and gorillas show the evolutionary origins of body modification.

Implications - All things that were seen as taboo or unconventional seem to be growing in mainstream popularity recently. Piercings, tattoos, and cross-dressing have all made their way to popular publications or other forms of media, blurring the perception of what it is to be an underdog. Today's consumer is much more open-minded, calling companies to be the same.
Trend Themes
1. Growing Mainstream Popularity of Body Modification - The mainstream acceptance of tattoos and body mods presents opportunities for businesses to capitalize on the growing demand for innovative and unique body modification services.
2. Blurring Perceptions of Taboo and Unconventional Practices - As societal norms shift, there is room for disruptive innovation in industries that cater to unconventional practices, such as tattoos, piercings, and cross-dressing, to meet the evolving needs of consumers.
3. Increasing Open-mindedness of Consumers - The more open-minded consumer mindset creates opportunities for businesses to offer diverse products and services that cater to unique and alternative lifestyles.
Industry Implications
1. Tattoo and Body Modification Industry - The growth in mainstream popularity of body modification creates opportunities for businesses within the tattoo and body modification industry to offer innovative and personalized services.
2. Fashion and Retail Industry - As perceptions of unconventional practices change, the fashion and retail industry can explore disruptive innovation by creating inclusive and gender-fluid clothing lines to cater to a diverse consumer base.
3. Media and Publications Industry - The increasing acceptance of unconventional practices in mainstream media opens up opportunities for the media and publications industry to create engaging content that celebrates unique lifestyles and body modifications.
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