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Top 30 Art Trends in October

Art is something that appeals to everyone, even if they aren’t typically someone who considers themselves an art fan, and the October 2017 art trends show that indeed art is varied enough to... (TOPLIST)

Top 55 Marketing Ideas in October From In-Store Aromatherapy Bars to Mattress Brand Pop-Ups

As the October 2017 marketing trends reveal, brands are going the extra mile to create unique in-store experiences for their customers. Whether this involves an interactive activity, or simply a... [More]

Top 35 Sports Trends in October - From Data-Designed Activewear to Virtual Cycling Races

Top 35 Sports Trends in October From Data-Designed Activewear to Virtual Cycling Races

For many, October is one of the most exciting months in the entirety of the sporting year, and the October 2017 sports trends reflect that excitement. October not only holds the MLB playoffs (... [More]

Top 50 Health Ideas in October - From App-Connected Health Monitors to Digital Doctor Consultations

Top 50 Health Ideas in October From App-Connected Health Monitors to Digital Doctor Consultations

Whether it is an app that can measure one’s breathing rate or a digital platform for consulting with physicians, the October 2017 health trends make clear that technology is radically altering... [More]

Top 100 Design Trends in October - From Intricate Architectural Pastries to Holographic Flatware

Top 100 Design Trends in October From Intricate Architectural Pastries to Holographic Flatware

In a certain respect, virtually everyone is a designer, which makes the October 2017 design trends all the more interesting to anyone reading about them. At one point or another, everyone has... [More]

Top 80 Pop Culture Trends in October - From Cartoon Kitty Car Tires to Disney Bridal Gowns

Top 80 Pop Culture Trends in October From Cartoon Kitty Car Tires to Disney Bridal Gowns

Depending on where one’s from, they might say soda or they might say pop, but no matter where they’re from, they’ll be interested in the October 2017 pop culture trends. That’... [More]

Top 70 Branding Trends in October - From Limited Edition Cherry Beers to Baseball-Branded Concrete

Top 70 Branding Trends in October From Limited Edition Cherry Beers to Baseball-Branded Concrete

These October 2017 branding trends incorporate a wide range of products that make use of innovative marketing techniques to peak consumer interest in order to drive sales. A number of the examples... [More]

Top 45 Social Media Trends in October - From GIF-Printing Polaroid Cameras to Gen Z Cosmetics Stores

Top 45 Social Media Trends in October From GIF-Printing Polaroid Cameras to Gen Z Cosmetics Stores

Socializing has been around for millennia (longer if one includes animal socialization) and media has been around for hundreds of years, but social media has been around for hardly more than a... [More]

Top 25 Fitness Ideas in October - From Portable Resistance Devices to Standing Desk Balance Boards

Top 25 Fitness Ideas in October From Portable Resistance Devices to Standing Desk Balance Boards

From portable resistance training devices to standing desk balance boards, the October 2017 fitness trends reveal that consumers are looking for more ways to workout on the go. One way in which... [More]

Top 100 Tech Ideas in October - From Connected Exercise Bands to Drink-Analyzing Tumblers

Top 100 Tech Ideas in October From Connected Exercise Bands to Drink-Analyzing Tumblers

From connected exercise bands to drink-analyzing tumblers, the October 2017 tech trends reveal that consumers are increasingly turning to technology to meet their health and wellness goals. This... [More]

Top 100 Gadget Trends in October - From Sci-Fi Shavers to Origami-Inspired Delivery Drones

Top 100 Gadget Trends in October From Sci-Fi Shavers to Origami-Inspired Delivery Drones

Bleep bloop bleep — if one listens hard enough, that’s exactly what they might hear coming from the October 2017 gadget trends. Everyone knows that gadgets can be pretty noisy, and whether... [More]

Top 75 Eco Trends in October - From DIY Solar Panel Kits to Anti-Poaching Sensors

Top 75 Eco Trends in October From DIY Solar Panel Kits to Anti-Poaching Sensors

For some reason, people like to enforce the artificial dichotomy of humans versus nature, but the October 2017 eco trends make it clear that such a distinction is fully artificial. Everything living... [More]

Top 100 Business Trends in October - From Vacation-Themed Office Spaces to Zero-Waste Grocery Stores

Top 100 Business Trends in October From Vacation-Themed Office Spaces to Zero-Waste Grocery Stores

In the world of business, innovation and new strategies are essential for staying ahead of the pack, and the October 2017 business trends shows that companies are doing just that. Small businesses... [More]

Top 50 Kitchen Ideas in October - From Millennial Pink Cookware to Freeform Baking Pans

Top 50 Kitchen Ideas in October From Millennial Pink Cookware to Freeform Baking Pans

From millennial pink cookware to freeform baking pans, the October 2017 kitchen trends reveal that there is a strong demand for products that encourage creativity and playfulness when it comes to... [More]

Top 35 Packaging Ideas in October - From Nine-Pin Wine Bottles to Paint-Like Sunscreen Packages

Top 35 Packaging Ideas in October From Nine-Pin Wine Bottles to Paint-Like Sunscreen Packages

From nine-pin wine bottles to paint-like sunscreen packages, the October 2017 packaging trends reveal that brands are increasingly willing to experiment with unexpected shapes and formats when it... [More]

Top 60 Food Product Ideas in October - From Pumpkin Shortbread Cookies to Yam-Flavored Dessert Cups

Top 60 Food Product Ideas in October From Pumpkin Shortbread Cookies to Yam-Flavored Dessert Cups

With fall in full swing, the October 2017 food product trends reveal a strong emphasis on seasonal flavors such as pumpkin, apple, and squash. Just like previous years, pumpkin spice remains a... [More]

Top 100 Mobile Trends in October - From Face-Tracking Emoticons to AI Interview Apps

Top 100 Mobile Trends in October From Face-Tracking Emoticons to AI Interview Apps

With the recent announcement of the iPhone X, the October 2017 mobile trends are as popular as they’ve ever been in the past. Whether in terms of hardware or software, the mobile trends from... [More]

Decorator-Created Timepieces - Fossil and Amber Interiors are Kicking Off The Curator Series

Decorator-Created Timepieces Fossil and Amber Interiors are Kicking Off The Curator Series

Fossil recently launched The Curator Series, which introduces collaborative timepieces made in partnership with artists, designers and other icons of style. The first in the series introduces the... [More]

Social Media Travel Agencies - VisitScotland Created the #ScotSpirit Instagram Travel Agency

Social Media Travel Agencies VisitScotland Created the #ScotSpirit Instagram Travel Agency

Social media now plays an undeniably large role in inspiring wanderlust, especially among Millennials, and VisitScotland set out to take advantage of this by creating a social media travel industry.... [More]

Top 25 Retail Ideas in October - From In-Store Sneaker Creators to Smiling Payment Systems

Top 25 Retail Ideas in October From In-Store Sneaker Creators to Smiling Payment Systems

From in-store sneaker creators to smiling payment systems, the October 2017 retail trends demonstrate that brands are making a major push to personalize the in-store shopping experience. One way... [More]

Top 30 Art Trends in October - From Corporate Motif Weaponry to Biographical Children's Books

Top 30 Art Trends in October From Corporate Motif Weaponry to Biographical Children's Books

Art is something that appeals to everyone, even if they aren’t typically someone who considers themselves an art fan, and the October 2017 art trends show that indeed art is varied enough to... [More]

Top 40 Travel Ideas in October - From Invite-Only Airport Eateries to Civilian Pilot Programs

Top 40 Travel Ideas in October From Invite-Only Airport Eateries to Civilian Pilot Programs

From invite-only airport eateries to civilian pilot programs, the October 2017 travel trends seem to suggest that there is a significant effort to make travel a more personalized experience. One... [More]

Top 75 Auto Trends in October - From Off-Grid Camper Vans to Urbanized Electric Motorcycles

Top 75 Auto Trends in October From Off-Grid Camper Vans to Urbanized Electric Motorcycles

It’s fair to say that, objectively and unequivocally, the 2011 feature film ‘Drive’ marked the genesis of driving culture both in North America and around the world, and the... [More]

Top 30 Virtual Reality Trends in October - From Virtual Cycling Races to AR Beer Labels

Top 30 Virtual Reality Trends in October From Virtual Cycling Races to AR Beer Labels

For millennia, the only way to experience anything approaching virtual reality was to fall asleep and dream, but the October 2017 virtual reality trends show that today, the immersive experiences... [More]

Unsweetened Sparkling Drinks - Green Bee's Unsweetened Sparkling Water Features Minimal Ingredients

Unsweetened Sparkling Drinks Green Bee's Unsweetened Sparkling Water Features Minimal Ingredients

Green Bee recently expanded its collection of refreshing beverages with a trio of new unsweetened sparkling water drinks made with minimal ingredients. The Ginger, Lemon and Wild Blueberry... [More]

The 6 Patterns of Opportunity & Top 18 Megatrends

1. Perfecting One Thing
2. Aspirational Icon
3. Exaggerated Feature
4. Reimagined Solution

From user-generated content to maker culture, today’s consumers are content creators and experts.

Brands have taken a role of accelerating the personal development of consumers.

We are entering a transformative new era, denoted by an exponential growth in data, robotics and intelligence.

1. Retro
2. Generational
3. Economic + Seasonal
4. Repetitive Cycles

Fond memories fuel a desire to bring the past into the present, especially with respect to one’s formative years.

The desire for sustainable products, including local, organic, recyclable and pronounceable ingredients.

The world is becoming more playful, driven by generations not ready to grow up, including Boomers who desire a more active, enriched life.

1. Specialization
2. Fewer Layers + Efficiency
3. Crowdsourcing
4. Subscription

New services make it easier than ever to conceptualize, fund, launch and companies.

Hyper-targeted offerings, services, subscriptions and recommendations to simplify lives with better things.

In a fast-paced, cluttered world, simplicity stands out, resulting in focused businesses & clean design

1. Refocusing
2. Reversing
3. Surprising
4. Gamifying

Allegiant groups are more readily formed around specific interests, causes and even brands.

The application of game dynamics to real-world problems results in a world that’s more competitive and engaging.

In a world abundant with ‘stuff,’ experience becomes a more important currency and life priority.

1. Combining + Layering
2. Adding Value
3. Co-Branding + Aligning
4. Physical + Digital

Tech, AR, VR and interactive experiences are raising our expectations in the realms of entertainment, retail and even food.

Brands, products, services and customers are increasingly co-creating an interdependent world.

Lines are blurring as business models, products and services merge to create unique concepts and experiences

1. Personalization + Customization
2. Status + Belonging
3. Style + Fashionizing
4. Generational Rebellion

Social media and a resistance to traditional advertising have created a desire for authenticity and reality.

Small batch production technologies and more personalized media are creating an expectation for personalization.

A mass proliferation of sellers and media creators has shifted the world to a many-to-many economy.

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35 Examples of Bottled Coffee Beverages - From Bottled Butter Coffee to Citrus Cold Brews

35 Examples of Bottled Coffee Beverages From Bottled Butter Coffee to Citrus Cold Brews

For the average caffeine aficionado, the only thing that beats the smell of a fresh pot of coffee, is the convenience provided by grab-and-go bottled coffee beverages. Because a fresh cup of java... [More]

Top 100 Gadget Ideas in August - From Sweat-Powered Wearables to Responsive Bike Helmets

Top 100 Gadget Ideas in August From Sweat-Powered Wearables to Responsive Bike Helmets

Whether it is sweat-powered wearables or bike helmets that respond to body movements, the August 2017 gadget trends reveal a host of new tech products for consumers on the move. As the fitness... [More]

Top 100 Marketing Trends in September - From Hybrid Hydration Drinks to Millennial-Inspired Makeup

Top 100 Marketing Trends in September From Hybrid Hydration Drinks to Millennial-Inspired Makeup

These September 2017 marketing trends feature a diverse range of inventive branding techniques, immersive consumer experiences, and a variety of dual-purpose products that attract consumers that are... [More]

75 Gourmet Dessert Innovations - From Ornate Floral Ice Creams to Gourmet Emoji Desserts

75 Gourmet Dessert Innovations From Ornate Floral Ice Creams to Gourmet Emoji Desserts

From pastry-wine pairing menus to artisanal funnel cake menus, these gourmet dessert innovations showcase the embracing of halfway healthy dessert options that combine fresh, organic ingredients... [More]

18 Examples of Fresh Produce Packaging - From Luxe Grape Bunches to Single-Serve Olive Pouches

18 Examples of Fresh Produce Packaging From Luxe Grape Bunches to Single-Serve Olive Pouches

These examples of fresh produce packaging range from single-serve olive pouches to luxury-minded grape bunches. While Ruby Roman’s grape bunches—a lavish produce offering from Japan—... [More]

10 Sprayable Flavor Innovations - From Ghee Cooking Sprays to Edible Cocktail Fragrances

10 Sprayable Flavor Innovations From Ghee Cooking Sprays to Edible Cocktail Fragrances

These sprayable flavor innovations range from ghee cooking sprays to edible cocktail fragrances that aim to replace traditional bitters and garnishes with an all-in-one, and convenient solution.... [More]