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Popular This Week1. Striking Cougar Photos - Marieke Van Der Velden Reveals the Person Underneath (GALLERY)  I love portrait photography because, if executed right, it can reveal so much of what underlies a person, such as these Marieke van der Velden images. Especially now that I’m finally getting into the documentary…2. 34 Creative Cupcakovations - Creative Cupcakes, from Jacked Confectionary Rides to Cupcake Chairs (CLUSTER)  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…3. Serendipitous Lightography - The Bokeh Photo Technique Makes Life Look like a Fairytale (GALLERY)  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…4. Dapper Congotography - The Sapeurs Form Gentlemen Subculture in Africa (GALLERY)  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.…5. Deep Dish Inks - These Pizza Tattoos Make Us Hungry (GALLERY)  I love pizza, I rarely eat it anymore (on account of my ongoing strike against anything to do with the Ninja Turtles), but I am not sure I love it enough to get it inked on me. But someone did, as evidenced…6. Gritty Drag Queens - 'Track' by Igor Corzh Brings an Edge to Cross-Dressing (GALLERY)  '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…7. 13 Tools for Writers - From Writing Unblockers to Hooded Office Chairs (CLUSTER)  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…8. Interactive Cut-Out Cards - These Hair Cutting Business Cards Leaves a Good First Impression  Have you ever looked at a person before and wished you could change their appearance in some way, well, with these clever Hair Cutting Business Cards, you can. So, not only do you have the opportunity…9. Misleading Mobile Apps - The Playboy iPhone App Features Only Articles (GALLERY)  The first official Playboy iPhone App has just been released through iTunes. However, it may only appeal to anyone who claims to buy Playboy ‘for the articles,’ as there are no scantily clad girls.
To…10. Fleshy Landscapes - The Klunk Garden is Riddled With Body Parts (GALLERY)  I don’t know what to say about the Klunk Garden. I think it is a hilarious concept, but how in the hell does one come up with such a thing? I guess that is a question for the mastermind himself, Gelitin.…11. Chaotic Swirling Art - Atsushi Takahashi Leaves Caretaking Behind to Become an Artist (GALLERY)  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…12. Noteworthy Notebooks - The Storyboard Book Lets You Document Your Life Like a Movie (GALLERY)  The Storyboard Book is, as the site says, a simple idea. It’s a notebook, with each page laid out like a storyboard. There’s a box at the top and space for extra notes underneath. This is a more economical…13. Lost Clowntography - 'The Life of Mr. Todd' by Ankit Goyal is Kind of Sad, Actually (GALLERY)  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.…14. 10 Lumberjack Looks - From Canine Lumberjack Jackets to Cool Wool Wallets (CLUSTER)  The lumberjack is the epitome of manliness. They cut down trees, eat hearty breakfasts of pancakes and dear sausage and have enough body hair to provide blankets for an entire nursery. Oh league of lumberjacks,…15. Guerrilla Jungle Shoots - 'Time for Army' by Antoni Szczupal is Absolutely Badass (GALLERY)  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…16. Imagination-Required Playthings - The Ferra Magnetic Toy Wins at International Toy Competition  I’m totally an advocate for toys that encourages an active imagination such as the Ferra magnetic toy. Designed by Kelly Harrigan for the first ever international toy competition held by toy manufacturer…17. 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…18. Serious Art Statements - Art Basel is the Most Important Art Show in America (GALLERY)  The Art Basel Miami show will take place in December 2010. It is a collection of pieces from around the world, and bills itself as “the most important art show in the United States.” That’s quite the claim,…19. Hip Hop Hiking Kicks - The Timerberland and Starks Collaboration is a Match Made in Rap Heaven (GALLERY)  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…20. Sword Fight Wedding Dances - The Ariel and Andrew Dragon LEGO Wedding Goes Against Convention (GALLERY)  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…21. Picturesque Peak Photography - Nicholas Hance McElroy Captures Nature on the West Coast (GALLERY)  Nicholas Hance McElroy takes beautiful photographs. Clicking through his portfolio makes me a little homesick for the snow-covered peaks and evergreen rain forests of British Columbia. McElroy, a Seattle…22. Refreshing Holiday Gifts - San Francisco-Based Curlew Makes Artisan Candles Modern & Cool (GALLERY)  A candle is usually one of those lame back-up gifts, but not so with Curlew Artisan Candles, a small company based in San Francisco. These artisan candles are modern and undeniably cool; they’d match any…23. 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…24. Plant Watering Condensation - The Dew Drop Water Extractor Collects Water Vapor for Your Pot (GALLERY)  Are you guilty of forgetting to water those poor plants that never did anything to deserve your neglect? I am, but with the Dew Drop Water Extractor, I may never have to be again. Instead of avoiding plants…25. Double-Sided Specs - Jooyoun Paek’s Eye Contact Glasses Will Make You Feel Awkward (GALLERY)  JooYoun Paek is the genius designer behind these bizarre Eye Contact Glasses. When someone thing of the term "eye contact," I'm sure contacts are the natural thing to come to mind, however these Eye Contact… |
Popular This Month1. 6'8" Bikini Models - 'Amazon Eve' Poses for Zoo Weekly Magazine (VIDEO)  Some refer to the super-tall model who goes by the name, Amazon Eve as ‘Babezilla.’ She recently appeared in the Australian magazine Zoo Weekly in her first semi-clad shoot for a men’s magazine. No doubt…2. 50 Full Body Tattoos - Inked Devotees Take Body Art to the Limit (CLUSTER)  There are some people who just can't get enough of tattooing, and we've got 50 examples of them right here. The pain and the price were no obstacles to these full body tattoos.
As you click through the…3. 28 Pothead Discoveries - It's High Time You Got Acquainted With Marijuana Innovations (CLUSTER)  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…4. Striking Cougar Photos - Marieke Van Der Velden Reveals the Person Underneath (GALLERY) I love portrait photography because, if executed right, it can reveal so much of what underlies a person, such as these Marieke van der Velden images. Especially now that I’m finally getting into the documentary…5. 41 Unique Yoga Innovations - From Tween Yoga Products to Punk Rock Yoga Classes (CLUSTER)  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…6. 34 Creative Cupcakovations - Creative Cupcakes, from Jacked Confectionary Rides to Cupcake Chairs (CLUSTER) 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…7. 45 Camping Creations - Everything the Outdoorsman Needs, Plus Some (CLUSTER)  Camping and spending time outdoors is a great way to get back to nature. You wouldn’t know that by most of these innovations, though, since they tend to take the natural out of nature. Just consider the…8. Badass High-Class Yachts - The Sentori 50 R is a Floating Beast (GALLERY)  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…9. Tattoo Parlor Portraits - 'Pinker Tattoo' by Bettina Marton Captures Ink & Piercings Informally (GALLERY)  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…10. Serendipitous Lightography - The Bokeh Photo Technique Makes Life Look like a Fairytale (GALLERY) 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…11. Hardened Male Portraits - Jeroen Hofman Captures What it Means to Be a Fishermen and Coal Miner (GALLERY)  If you ever wanted to get an in depth look at what it is to be a fisherman or coal miner, simply take a look at Jeroen Hofman’s portfolio. Although you won’t see the process of fishing and mining, you’ll…12. 25 Rose Reinventions - From Bright Bleeding Roses to Rosy Outlooks on Life (CLUSTER)  These rose reinventions will have you seeing life through rose-colored glasses. This cluster covers everything from rose-hued neckties that predict a better economy to DIY contraception flower bouquets.…13. Mad Max Campouts - The Road Warrior Weekend Went Well Beyond Thunderdome (GALLERY)  I like the 'Mad Max' movies, I really do. I like ThunderDome, with Tina Turner (and the song she did for it, so good), but I especially like Road Warrior, with their hunt for petrol, and the wild child…14. 30 Seasonal Santa Features - Papa Noel, Father Christmas, and Old Saint Nick (CLUSTER)  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…15. Boho Business Wear - The See by Chloe Pre-Fall 2010 Collection Takes on a '70s Feel (GALLERY)  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…16. Awkward Adolescent Artwork - Sabine Dehnel and the Barefoot Painting Series (GALLERY)  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…17. Dapper Congotography - The Sapeurs Form Gentlemen Subculture in Africa (GALLERY) 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.…18. Deep Dish Inks - These Pizza Tattoos Make Us Hungry (GALLERY) I love pizza, I rarely eat it anymore (on account of my ongoing strike against anything to do with the Ninja Turtles), but I am not sure I love it enough to get it inked on me. But someone did, as evidenced…19. 24 Savory Recipes - From Profanity-Laced Cookbooks to Crowdsourcing Company Recipes (CLUSTER)  We all know what the winter months entail: indoor fun, hot coco, gifts and FOOD! One of the best ways to warm up is with a good, hearty meal. The fact that tank tops and booty shorts have been retired…20. Erotic Food Paintings - Monica Cook Artwork Shows Food in a Whole New Light (GALLERY)  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…21. Gritty Drag Queens - 'Track' by Igor Corzh Brings an Edge to Cross-Dressing (GALLERY) '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…22. 10 Bullying Finds - From Online Bullying to Reality TV Bullying (CLUSTER)  Online bullying is the most common form of bullying now, thanks to it being effectively executed from a distance. Bullies no longer give wedgies, they just unleash a hail storm of hate all over your Facebook…23. Slimly Styled Architecture - Donald Chong Creates the Perfect Match for Slim Toronto Lot (GALLERY)  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…24. Exhibitionist Showers - The Transtube 360 is Fully-Encompassed Cleaning (GALLERY)  The Transtube 360 Shower by Spanish design firm Roca is a cleaning cylinder for your body. Containing a motion-sensored rotating door, with no eye-sore-inducing hinges, screws or handles, the Transtube…25. Meat Band-Aids - Apligraf, Factory-Grown Living Tissue, Heals Chronic Wounds (VIDEO)  It’s amazing to see the advancements in the field of biotechnology! Organogenesis Inc. is a world leading company specializing in bio-active chronic wounds healing, oral regeneration and bio-surgery. They…26. Architecturally Elaborate Home Design - The Truss Collection by Context Furniture (GALLERY)  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…27. Dining Room DJ Booths - New Twitter Office Reveals the Whimsy Behind the Microblogging Juggernaut (GALLERY)  Images of the new Twitter office in San Francisco have leaked on the web, and they reveal an HQ that's just as much about fun as it is about a clean, aesthetically-pleasing place to get work done. Although…28. Swank Entry-Level SUVs - The 2010 GMC Terrain Delivers on Convenience, Comfort & Value (GALLERY)  A couple of weeks ago, I had the opportunity to drive a 2010 GMC Terrain from San Diego to Las Vegas en route to the 2009 SEMA show. A couple of five-hour road trips and a few jaunts around town were all…29. 19 Nifty Nighties - From Style Icon Sleepwear to Baby Long Johns (CLUSTER)  To me, Christmas may be one of the most important pajama occasions in the year. What better way to celebrate family, food, gifts and more than in the comfort of some nifty nighties.
Many people probably…30. Emobroidery Kits - Miso Funky DIY Craft Kits Give an Edgy Twist to Cross-Stitch (GALLERY)  This 'emobroidery' kit from Miso Funky is hilarious. It's an all-in-one bundle that lets you create cross-stitch creations with funny captions like "In case of emergency, breakdance" and "Sniff glue, worship… |
Popular Last Month1. Awful Life Blogs - The Worst Thing Photoblog is the Best Thing (GALLERY)  I often refer to something as being the ‘worst thing ever.’ Well it seems that an ingenious website has set up a photoblog dedicated to just that and it is called the 'Worst Thing.'
I honestly laughed…2. Imaginative Latex Layouts - Highglossdolls Presents Glamorous Shoot for Faulein Ehrhardt (GALLERY)  There’s something oh-so-edgy about latex, and these photos do nothing to fight that preconceived notion. HighGlossDolls has put together this series to promote their Faulein Ehrhardt fashion label.
The…3. 40 Halloween Pumpkin Carving Ideas - From 'Harry Potter' Pumpkins to Political Jack-o-Lanterns (CLUSTER)  If you're like me, chances are good that you're fresh out of Halloween pumpkin carving ideas. This slideshow of clever Jack-o-lanterns is sure to ignite your creative spark. From political pumpkins for…4. Pole Dancing Pictorials - 'Brass Ovaries' by Celesta Danger Shows Athleticism & Exotic Dancers (GALLERY)  Trend Hunter has featured the growing phenomenon of pole dancing for months, and ‘Brass Ovaries’ by Celesta Danger showcases the athleticism involved in this exotic sport. The ‘Brass Ovaries’ photo shoot…5. Lesbian Gamer Weddings - The Anli and Laura Offbeat Union Combines the Best of All Worlds (GALLERY)  Do you ever read about weddings and wish that you had been invited? That is how I feel about the the Anli and Laura offbeat union. These lovely lasses committed themselves to everlasting love with a wedding…6. 28 Peculiar Prohibitions - Bans on Everything from Photoshop to Diaper Sales (CLUSTER)  Sometimes you think the government is doing a good job; other times you think the people in power are just trying to be mean. What other reason could there be for not allowing people to toss rice or buy…7. Hue-Centric Living - Kitten Kay Sera Lives in a Purely Pink World (GALLERY)  Sometimes when people like things they go a little overboard like Kitten Kay Sera; she is one pink-obsessed woman.
The only color she ever wears is pink, she has her dog regularly dyed with beet juice…8. Cubist Container Houses - The Contemporary Boxhome by Rintala Eggertsson Architects (GALLERY)  Boxhome by Rintala Eggertsson Architects is a contemporary house in Olso, Norway. The cubist structure is a 19 square meter home with four rooms. The aim of the project is to reduce unnecessary floor space…9. Detached Accessory Structures - Garden Cottages Add Residential Capacity in Portland (GALLERY)  To facilitate increased residential density within the city limits of Portland, Oregon, home owners can add “detached accessory structures” to their residential lots under a housing ordinance provision…10. 53 Odd Blogs - From Quirky Mixed-Media Blogs to Blogs for Bald People (CLUSTER)  It is now a given that blogging has revolutionized many things. In my mind, however, one stands out more than others. “What may that be,” you ask. Well, I’m referring to the idea that it has become the…11. Unconventional Mother Websites - Offbeat Mama Helps You Keep Your Pre-Kid Edge (GALLERY)  I am completely undecided as to whether I want kids or not, but I am thankful that the blog Offbeat Mama exists, as it is an outlet for modern day moms who don’t want to lose their pre-baby edge.
Covering…12. Melodic Folding Campers - The Opera Trailer by Axel Enthoven is a Stylish Way to Travel  The Opera trailer will change the way you look at folding campers. Designed by Axel Enthoven, it looks like an overlapping domed tent—an opera house actually, and the Sydney Opera House to be exact. Not…13. 20 Pokervations - From Credit Crunch Gambling to Poker Chip Landscapes (CLUSTER)  Whether you are playing Texas Hold ‘Em or Five Card Stud, poker is the unifying card game that brings together all types for a common purpose… taking the other person’s money.
From credit crunch gambling…14. Printing Press Inks - These Typewriter Tattoos Will Do All the Writing (GALLERY)  I love tattoos, so much so that I predict I will be covered in tattoos in several years time. But until then, I am happy to live through other people's work. These typewriter tattoos are awesome, and they…15. Roly-Poly Packs - The Pangolian Bag is the Perfect Urban Backpack (GALLERY)  Backpacks aren’t always cool, but they’re essential to get your stuff to work, especially if you work in an urban environment. The Pangolian Bag is challenging the idea that the backpack can’t be cool.…16. Harmonious Houseboats - Robert Harvey Oshatz Inspires With His Wood and Waves Fennell Residence (GALLERY)  Architect Robert Harvey Oshatz let a wave inspire this houseboat, otherwise known as the Fennell Residence. The design is all curves, waves and gentle slopes. It’s a harmonious match for the seas and rivers…17. Jailhouse Photo Essays - Cade Martin Photography Offers Stunning Visuals (GALLERY)  When you are an internationally known photographer like Cade Martin, who has worked for Cadillac, UCLA and the Discovery Channel, it is safe to assume that your own work is pretty impressive. The Cade…18. 32 Charming Chess Innovations - From Celestial Chess Sets to Decadent Chessboards (CLUSTER)  Everyone knows that chess is the thinking person’s game. It will always be superior to checkers simply because with chess you would never stack two pieces, and then continue playing the game.
From celestial…19. Autumn Amigurumi - Adorable Creations from Cute Designs UK Usher in Fall Weather (GALLERY)  This adorable selection of autumn amigurumi is from Etsy artisan Cute Designs UK. Amigurumi are tiny knitted and stuffed creations that are meant more as collectibles than toys for children. While they're…20. Paternal Fashion Fails - The Dads in Short Shorts Blog is a Faux Pas Flashback (GALLERY)  I love a ridiculous photoblog, seriously, nothing makes me happier than seeing embarrassing photos of other people. I’m like that. Anyway, the Dads in Short Shorts blog is the greatest find since Indiana…21. Divine Dens - Alyn Mejia Creates Heavenly Interior Spaces (GALLERY)  On interior designer Alyn Mejia's page her profile states only "I create..." and indeed she does. These divine spaces emit calm and relaxing vibes. If relaxation could be screamed, these rooms would do…22. Subordinate Photo Shoots - 'Under One's Power' by Justin Tan Explores a Well-Heeled Household (GALLERY)  'Under One's Power' by Justin Tan is a condensed photo shoot that captures the matriarch of what appears to be a well-heeled household. With a tailor and housekeepers on hand, the model primps and chats…23. Elderly Yoga Masters - Bette Calman is an Inspirational 83-Year-Old Yoga Instructor (GALLERY)  They say that yoga can be inspirational and change your life, but when it comes to Bette Calman it is massively inspiring for a whole new reason. Bette Calman is an yoga teacher. Now at the age of 83,…24. 48 Gambling Addictions - From Card-Carrying Flasks to Lottery Ticket Towers (CLUSTER)  I’ve had my fair share of exposure to gambling. In all honestly, although it can be a fun ‘sport,’ I’ve never (thankfully) become truly addicted to these various games of luck and chance. But that’s not…25. Snarky Holiday Sentiments - Flytrap Greeting Cards Take the Sap Out of the Holidays (GALLERY)  It’s early, but it’s once again time to start preparing for the holidays. Flytrap greeting cards provide a pleasantly snarky alternative to the usual holiday messages. Now all those Scrooges out there…26. Police Car Pranks - Spanish Artist, SpY's, Interventions Spare No One (GALLERY)  You know you are super cool artist when your art is not even referred to as art, but rather as interventions. Spanish artist SpY’s interventions are some of the boldest comments on society ever created.…27. 13 Irresistible Reversibles - Reversible Purses to Flexible Magazine Racks (CLUSTER)  There are many ways to get more bang for your buck. You know, there are those 2-in-1 products or you simply go out and sift for a great deal. Yet another way is to find yourself some irresistible reversibles…28. 10 Cigar Innovations - Cigars Worth Smoking, from Electronic Cigars to Cigars Without Smoke (CLUSTER)  Now it is true that I do not approve of smoking. However, if you feel absolutely compelled to put some smoke into the air, these are cigars worth smoking.
As I said before, smoking is not good for you,…29. Hyperreal Dreamtography - 'Entranced Stars' by Lee Balzano is like a Real-Life Fairytale (GALLERY)  'Entranced Stars' by Lee Balzano is a photo shoot that captures people in various surreal locations. The subjects in each image seem to exude a light and energy all their own, turning mere photos into…30. Street Fighter Tattoo Fails - Incorrect Video Game Special Move Directions Suck  If you're going to get a tattoo of a word or action make sure you give explicit and correct details to the tattoo artist otherwise your ink will be added to the long list of tattoo fails.
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