Katie Pagnotta
Research Expert
Toronto, Ontario · Member since Oct 2012
1,003Published Articles
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Pronto! My name is Katie Pagnotta and I am a 4'11 lover of life. I am obsessed with all things fashion, food, film and the list goes on. I am officially U of T alumni and looking forward to a glorious 4 months at Trend Hunter as a journalism intern.
Featured Ideas
Skeletal Snow Globes
The Bounty Hunter Skull-Kun Snow Dome is Cute & CreepySkeletal Decor — A trend towards cute and creepy skeletal decor for the Holidays provides opportunities for new product lines and collaborations.
Preppy Childlike Apparel
The Ralph Lauren Bear Makes a ComebackPreppy Childlike Apparel — The resurrection of the Ralph Lauren bear as a fashion icon presents opportunities for clothing brands to embrace the trend of childlike, playful designs in adult clothing.
Upscale Chronograph Watches
The Panerai PAM 525 Luminor Flyback Chronograph Watch is ModernLuxury Watches — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative features for luxury watches such as advanced technology integration or sustainable materials.
Vintage Floral Fashion Covers
Diane Kruger Graces the Cover of the Flare April 2013 IssueVintage-Inspired Fashion — There is a growing trend towards vintage-inspired fashion that is feminine and delicate.
Leather-Centric Collections
The Stampd x En Noir 2013 Capsule Collection is SinisterLeather-Centric Fashion — Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and offering clothing lines that are primarily leather-based.
Abandoned Zoo Graffiti Museums
An Italian Zoo Transforms into an Interactive Art SpaceInteractive Art Spaces — The transformation of abandoned spaces into interactive art spaces presents an opportunity for artists and communities to create engaging and immersive experiences.
Metallic Pastry Purses
The Charlotte Olympia 'Croissant' Bag is DecandentQuirky Fashion — The trend of combining unusual objects with high fashion promotes a new wave of creativity in design.
Weather-Combative Sportswear
The Nike x Undercover Gyakusou S/S 2013 Lookbook Runs FreelyClimate-Adaptable Sportswear — Adaptable athletic apparel that can withstand varying weather conditions and provide comfort and performance opportunities.
Furry Floral Hats
The Supreme Liberty Pinwale Cord Trooper Hats Play With PatternCustom Floral Prints — There is an opportunity for fashion companies to introduce personalized floral prints on winter accessories.
Imposter Graphic Apparel
The SSUR 2012 Holiday Collection Makes a Play on WordsGrammatically Incorrect Apparel — Opportunity to create a line of trendy, casual apparel that includes deliberately misspelled words and grammatically incorrect phrases.
Dripping Grunge Art (UPDATE)
The Most Recent Lora Zombie Art Drips Into Serious ThemesGrunge Art — Exploring a blend of whimsical and dark themes, grunge art offers an opportunity to create visually captivating and thought-provoking pieces.
Celebrity Wedge Sneakers
The Alicia Keys x ReeboK Wedge Sneaker Collection is Bold & BeautifulWedge Sneakers — The Alicia Keys x Reebok wedge sneaker collection merges comfort and aesthetic appeal, offering disruptive innovation opportunities for the footwear industry.Q&A with Katie
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I have an affinity for old people. I'm talking 65+.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
My favorite accomplishment is definitely graduating from U of T. Completing any degree pushes you to the limit and receiving that e-mail from the Dean stating, "You have graduated from one of the most distinguished academic institutions in the world" really hits home.
How do you define cool?
I think "cool" is a subjective term that can be interpreted and contorted in a slew of ways. For me, it is anything and everything that inspires me, provokes me to think and whether people, places or things, leaves a lasting impression on me.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
My secret to uncovering trends is to immerse myself in my surroundings.Whether at home or on the streets, I see trends everywhere.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
What I enjoy most about Trend Hunter is that it is a dynamic space that encourages my creativity.
What is your favorite trend?
At the moment, my favorite trend is staging meticulously decorated rooms. I have a collection of home magazines stacked beside my bed and I am addicted.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Have fun, be creative and always write something that you would want to read.
How do you reset to be creative?
I am a firm believer that when you are in a funk, spice things up. It can be as miniscule as changing your nail polish color or listening to a different song, but it definitely recharges you and your creativity.
What inspires or excites you?
People watching, family, the outdoors, friends, fashion, movies, travel, art, music, books, magazines, food, make-up, decor, photographs, television, sports...this list could literally be never-ending.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
The introduction of The Real Housewives of Mars on Bravo, NASA meets reality t.v. and I would totally watch it.
Author Categories
Restorative Pore Protectors
Sentimental Shadow Fashion Films
Aerial Cityscape Photography
Subdued Swedish-Inspired Accessories
Collaged Stationary Books
Camouflaged Cubist Abodes
Waterproof Military Sportswear
Retro Monochromatic Kicks
Skater Chopstick Rests
Flora-Inspired Sneakers
Stenciled iPhone 5 Covers
Preppy Hipster Lookbooks
Hand-Made Parasol Stands
Bi-Turbo Luxury Vehicles
Airplane-Inspired Apparel
Luxury SUV Teasers
Regal Rapper Editorials
Wooden Instagram Photos
Sophisticated Sailor Lookbooks
DJ iPad Apps
LEGO Camera Replicas
Scent Tailoring Perfumes
Industrial Minimalist Stores
Inner City Cycling Lookbooks
Hipster Deck Shoes
Custom Typography Apps
Lavish Perforated Clocks
Custom Acetate Sunglasses
60s-Inspired Menswear
Mirrored Indoor Slide Abodes
Minimalist Geometric Shops
Travel-Inspired Fashion Films
Expensive Graffiti Billboards
Blended Abstract Menswear
Quirky Layered Lookbooks
