Being afraid of the dark is now giving way to embracing the dark, so as to better show off some of the gleaming glow-in-the-dark finds that light up in dreary places. Glow sticks and trippy black lighting effects are no longer the only way to illuminate dark spaces as the incandescent craze has made its way into mainstream products.
Neon bodypaint, glowing tattoos and light-up hair gel are a few examples of products designed to turn one's body into a human lighting element and ensure visibility even in dark conditions. For those who want to add a few brightly lit accessories to their collection, strapping on a pair of glimmering night-loving shades or cruising around on a phosphorescent bicycle will definitely do the trick.
This craze has also extended to the canine population as scientists have developed the Ruby Puppy -- a dog that literally was born with genes that enable it to glow red when the lights go out.
100 Gleaming Glow-in-the-Dark Finds
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DIY Glowing Containers
The 'From Panka with Love' Blog Shows How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Jars
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DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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Illuminated Landscape Installations
Starry Night by Lee Eunyeol Expresses Private Outdoor Spaces
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Glow-in-the-Dark Animals
Fluorescent Green Pigs
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X-Ray Body Painting
Sexy Skeletons and Glowing Bones
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Haunting Luminescent Photography
The Electric by Herring and Herring Editorial Glows
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Glowing LED Gowns
The Aurora Dress by CuteCircuit is for Classy Ravers
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Self-Glow Hair and Body Gel (Update)
Voltage iGlow
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Illuminated Skeleton Installations
Embodiment by Eric Franklin is Anatomically Delicate
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Luminous Patterned Heads
Glow-in-the-Dark Tattoos Come Alive When Lights go Out
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Luminous Superhero Sneakers
The 'Oryon X TRON Shoes' are Made with Innovative Technology
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Full Colour Glow-In-The-Dark Fabrics
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Glow-in-the-Dark Dancers
EL Wire Clothing by Janet Hanson Illuminates Your Movements
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Glow-In-The-Dark Lingerie
LuminoGlow Lights Up the Boudoir With Their Sizzling Collection
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Fun With Fibre Optics
Sexy, Shimmering, Sensuous Nightlife Accessories
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Gorgeously Glowing Photography
These Roman Gorchakov Shoots are Radiant
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Glow-in-the-Dark Dresses
Stand Out with the Illuminated Snowball Mini Dress
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Light-Up Lingerie
LED Undies Take Unusual Unmentionables to New Heights (UPDATE)
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Glowing iPhone Accessories
The iPhone 4 Decal Wrap Adds a Personal Touch to Your Phone
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Solarized Container Light
Energy Bucket
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Rave-Savvy Apparel
The Phosphorescent Accessories by Murmure Combine Cyberpunk with Contemporary
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Glowing Movie-Inspired Shoes
The Adidas 'TRON: Legacy' Sneakers are Illuminating
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Glow-in-the-Dark Sweatshirts
The 'My Other Ride is a Light Cycle' TRON Hoodie by Rolf Nelson
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Glowing Hospital Architecture
The 'Orangery' by Spacelab is Modern
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Glow-in-the-Dark Sunglasses
Atmos x Oakley Splatter Series is for Those Who Rock Shades at Night
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Glowing Scaly Shoes
The Adidas SS80s G SNK3 Shoes Illuminate in the Dark
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Glow-in-the-Dark Urinals
Gloo
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Glow-in-the-Dark Ornaments
Eco Xmas Orbs, Pop Culture & DIY Kits
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Glow-in-the-Dark Cutlery
Neon Knives, Spoons, Forks
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Glowing Bacteria Marketing
The CURB DiscoFungi is a Unique Promotional Tool
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Twilight Swimming Pools
Atmosphere Piscines Phosphorescent Pool Glows Without Power at Night
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Mutant Fauna Growth
Mutant Weeds and Pharmacy Herbs by Luzinterruptus Emphasize Light Polution
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Luminescent Lifestyle Kicks
The Atmos x Reebok 25th Anniversary Workout Sneaker Glows in the Dark
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Sea Creature Lighting
The Amazing Jellyfish Lamp Glows in the Dark
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Glow-In-The-Dark Bicycle
Puma's Glow Rider
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Glowing Kicks
The Nike Hypermax NFW Sneakers are Coming Back to the Future
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Fluorescent Crustacean Captures
The Dark Matter Series is Electric
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Customizable Luminescent Kicks
The Glow in the Dark Converse Shoes are Designed by You
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Glow-In-The-Dark Jeans
The Hudson 'Lou Lou' Denim Line is Phosphorescent
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Fluorescent Sundresses
The 'Cooperative Summer Glow Dress' is Neon
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Shot In The Dark
Glow-In-The-Dark Shot Glass
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Glow-in-the-Dark Ads
The FirstBank Billboard Uses Solar Power to Light Up
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Light-Writing Apparel
GLOWFFITI Allows You to Write With Light
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Glam Glowing Runways
The Johan Ku Fall 2012 Collection Features Artful Prints
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Eco Block Night Lights
The Luminescent Glow Brick Takes the Dark Edge Off Night
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Glow-in-the-Dark Denim
Diesel Launches Line of Radiant Clothes and Accessories
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Galactic Glowing Undergarments
The Make It Good Solar System Series Offers Outer Space Skivvies
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Glow-in-the-Dark Wallpaper
The Phosphowall Prototype
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Terrifically Luminous Tops
This Nike T-Shirt by Digimental Studio Glows in the Dark
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Glow-In-The-Dark Bones
Doc Marten Releases ‘The Skelly' Combat Boot
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Luminous Lingerie
Glow-in-the-Dark Lingerie Makes Bedtime More Fun
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Glow-In-The-Dark Tubs
The Lucedentro Photoluminescence Tiles are Sci-Fi-Ish
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Glow Stick Sneakers
Reebok and Uslu Airlines Shoe Lights Up the Night
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Glowing Hair and Makeup
Dazed & Confused Highlights 20 Years of DKNY in Style
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Neon Night-Surf Stunts
The Strongbow 'Welcome Summer' Campaign Celebrates Solstice at Bondi Beach
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Electric Lonely Hearts
Kristen Bukowski Creates Glowing Wallflower
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Illuminated Stencil Paintings
TigTab Creates Breathtaking Glow-in-the-Dark Art
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Glow-In-The-Dark Kicks
The Adidas Originals Super Star 80s G-SNK Radiates Style
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Glow-in-the-Dark Sharks
New Studies Find Invisible Sharks Who Illuminate to Avoid Predators
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Glow-in-the-Dark Sneakers
New Balance MT576S by FRAT and Mita is Great for Athletic Ravers
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Glowing Message Boards
'Daywriter' and 'Nightwriter' Get Your Point Across At Any Hour
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Luminous Kaleidoscopic Captures
Light Architecture by Michael Jantzen Features Phosphorescence
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Glow-In-The-Dark Cosmetics
Makeup Forever Flou Night is Undetectable to the Naked Eye
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Clever Compartmentalized Shooters
The SideKick Shot Glass Has a Discreet Storage Department
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Weapon Wielding Toys
Ginger Troll 'Potato Daddy' Decks Out Mr. Potato Head in Hi-Tech Gadgets
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Night Vision Bubble-Blowing
Give Your Childhood Hobby a Twist with These Glow-in-the-Dark Bubbles
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Glow-in-the-Dark Hats
Neon Hat Concept by the Mateusz Sypien Will Make You Stand Out
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Glowing Magazine Covers
V Mag Brings Neon Back for Recession-Chic Editorial
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Glowing Cockroach Billboards
Special Ink Reacts to Lights to Show Invisible Cockroaches
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Bold Phosphorescent Beagles
Tegon is the World's First Glow-in-the-Dark Dog
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Glowing Books
'Good Ideas Glow in the Dark' Encourages You to Read With the Lights Off
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Glow-in-the-Dark Sofas
'Via Lattea' Furniture by Mario Bellini
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3D Light Paintings
Trevor Williams Creates Mesmerizing Glowing Shapes
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Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms
Psychedelic Fungi Found in Japan (UPDATE)
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Glow-in-the-Dark Puppies
Transgenic Dog Helps Researchers Understand Disease
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Futuristic Neon Furniture
The Interlux by Manfred Kielnhofer is a Spectaularly Brillaint Seat
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Glow-In-The-Dark Gnomes
The Baddy Garden Gnome Modernizes Outdoor Decor
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Luminous Sphere Seating
Manfred Kielnhofer's Glowing Light Ball Bench is Pretty and Practical
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Glow-in-the-Dark Bedding
Screen Printed Pillowcases Illuminate the Night
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Glow-in-the-Dark Libraries
The Exterior of the Aberdeen University Library Responds to Light
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Glowing Toilet Paper
No Need for Nightlights to Find the Glow-in-the-Dark Restroom Roll
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Glow-in-the-Dark Gaming Consoles
The TRON NES is Way More Fun than a Light Cycle
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Glow-In-The-Dark Scooters
Yamaha's EC-02 Bike with iPod Dock
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Modern Russian Reinventions
These Dolls by Rebecca Kemp Put a Fun Twist on the Classic Matryoshka
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Vintage Glowing Vases
The Courtoise Nightlight by Maisonnee is Gorgeous
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Glow in the Dark Cruisers
The Penny Skateboards 'Nickel' Longboard Will Keep You Safe at Night
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Glow-In-The-Dark Medical Gadgets
Transluminal Catheter
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Glow-in-the-Dark Biking
A Neon Bike Provides Extreme Visibility for Cyclists
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Glow-in-the-Dark Athletic Gear
Adidas and Stella McCartney Create Cruelty-Free Workout Wear
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Illuminated Basketball Nets
'Nite Hoops' Lets Games of HORSE Go On All Night
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Interactive Glowing Rugs
High Tech Flooring
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Glow-in-the-Dark Appetizers
This Black Light Watermelon Salad is Spooky and Delicious
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Luminescent Shadow Puppets
The ‘Catch Memory Light!' Makes Shapes Come to Life
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Illusory Dice Prints
Stukenborg Creates Sensational Ink Compositions
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Glow-in-the-Dark Footprints
Safety of Life Fireman Boots Cuts into Chaos, Showing Firemen the Way
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Glow-in-the-Dark Keyboards
Feel the Keyboard Glow with these Illuminated Labels
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Incandescent Drinking Games
The Glow in the Dark Beer Pong Set is a College Kid's Dream
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Luminescent Table Runners
Glow-in-the-Dark Dining Room Decor
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Glow-in-the-Dark Tees
The Patriotic Opening Ceremony Flag T-Shirt is Perfect for Fireworks
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Glow-in-the-Dark Smiles
Colgate Junior Lights Up the Neighborhood
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Reebok Blast Brings a Fiery Look to the Sneaker World
Eyewear-Obsessed Runways
The Sayat Nova Spring/Summer 2012 Collection is Eccentric
Ginormous Telescopic Paper Structures
Pratt Gaud Exhibition 2012 Presents Amazingly Crafted Art
Marine Invertebrate Installations
Jelly Swarm by Tangible Interaction Teaches About the Sea
Clustered Inverted Illuminators
Cradle of the Light Plays with the Concept of Suspended Modularity
Gigantic Skeleton Sculptures
Gino De Dominicis' Calamita Cosmica is a Haunted Tourist Attraction
Criss-Crossed Sneakers
The Nike Air Woven Euro 2012 Collection Celebrates National Football Teams
DIY Accessory Holders
The Beauty Department Blog Shows How to Organize Headbands
Bright Balloon Lookbooks
The Blanco Spring/Summer Campaign Features Bold Hues
Multi-Hued Hybrid Kicks
The Nike Huarache Free Running Shoes are Sleek and Sporty
Bottled Light Fixtures
The Luce Liquida Lamps are Intimate and Romantic
Iconic Fashion Illustrations
The Epherma Friends Watercolors are Stunning
Slithering School Slides
TUM University Playground Gets Students to Class with One Drop
Unsteady Legged Seating
The Trippin' Series Plays with One's Visual Perception of Stability
Scintillating Snake Eyes
Steve Kraitt Captures the Essence of a Femme Fatale
Dramatically Sloped Structures
The Plexus Offices by Ipas Architectes Feature Angular Accents
DIY Tie-Dye Booty Shorts
Andreas Choice Turns Old Jeans Into Bright Rainbow Cut-Offs
Notched Neon Sneakers
The Reebok Insta Pump Fury Firecracker Red is Vibrantly Bold
Hypnotic Light Installations
The Dev Harlan 'Parmenides I' Will Have You Staring for Hours
Enchanting Firefly Photography
Tsuneaki Hiramatsu Captures Stunning Nature Scenes
Complex Sole Systems
The Adidas Mega TORSION Flex Easy Run Gets Inspired by the Originals Model
Downsized Christmas Treats
These Cindy Teh Creations Look Delicious
DIY Creativity Canvases
Brit Morin Shows You How to Turn Any Surface into a Drawing Pad
Spindly Sustainable Sculptures
Hinged Wood Forms by Michael Jantzen are Intentionally Chaotic
Insect-Shaped Lighting
The Mademoiselle Filou Lamps Look Like a Swarm of Fireflies
Planter-Supported Seating
Romeo & Juliet Bench Tells an Impossible Love Story Between Two Trees
Kaleidoscopic Hoop Kicks
Reebok Zig Encore Customize Encourages Consumers to Get Creative
Gravity-Defying Illuminators
Australian Artist Nicholas Folland Uses Thrifted Chandeliers
Stylish Shrub Runways
The Ne-net Fall 2012 RTW Collection is Rich in Texture
Atavistic Architectural Art
Illustrator Thibaud Herem is Inspired by His Hometown
Sweetly Iced Accessories
These Frosted Doughnut Earrings are Terribly Tempting
Rocking Red Runways
The Paul & Joe Fall 2012 Collection is Retro-Inspired
Prim Power Suit Runways
The Elie Saab Fall 2012 Collection is Bold and Business-Ready
Bold Bakeware Trinkets
Sarita Jefferson Crafts Accessories for Avid Bakers
Luminescent Lifestyle Kicks
The Atmos x Reebok 25th Anniversary Workout Sneaker Glows in the Dark
Painterly Pattern Runways
The Christian Dada Fall 2012 Collection Features Artful Textiles
Swirly-Twirly Sustainable Gazebos
The Spiral Garden Pavillion is a Revolving Outdoor Retreat
Historically-Inspired Accessories
Creative Cockades Adds Some Military Flair to Your Jewelry Box
Sea Creature Lighting
The Amazing Jellyfish Lamp Glows in the Dark
Eccentric Texture Runways
The Catherine Malendrino Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 Collection is Versatile
Snaking Modular Seating
The M² Bench by Studio Segers Encourages Outdoor Gatherings
Eccentric Grunge Runways
The Nozomi Ishiguro Tambourine Fall 2012 Collection is Edgy and Raw
Ringmaster-Ready Runways
The Agi and Sam FW12 Collection Boasts Wild Shapes & Unusual Textures
Circular Core Covenants
F Residence by Edward Suzuki Makes the Terrace the Heart of the Home
Trunk-Strapped Seating
The Tree Bench Interacts With its Surroundings
Shadow Art Lighting
The Shining Light Floor Lamps Brings Child Games into the Grownup World
Stacked Shoe Lamps
The Sure Footed Base From Anthropologie is Crafty and Chic
Fluorescent Crustacean Captures
The Dark Matter Series is Electric
Newfangled Blanket Forts
The Soft Fold Cabane Invites Adults to Experience its Coziness
Floating Honest Appologies
'Sorry I'm Such an Asshole' Balloons Let You Share Your Remorse
Paper Scrap Pooch Collages
Michel Keck Forms the Faces of Dogs Using Leftover Materials
Customizable Luminescent Kicks
The Glow in the Dark Converse Shoes are Designed by You
Playful Cube Offices
The Swedish Lecor Headquarters Features Bold Geometric Accents
Collegiate Colorway Kicks
The Reebok Insta Pump Fury Gets Schooled
Technicolor Pixelated Mirrors
Ivan Toth Depeña Finds New Way for Audiences to Dsicover Themse
Musical Rain Murals
The Funnel Wall Turns Mother Nature's Downpours into Beautiful Melodies
Glow-In-The-Dark Jeans
The Hudson 'Lou Lou' Denim Line is Phosphorescent
Fluorescent Sundresses
The 'Cooperative Summer Glow Dress' is Neon
Spherical Cement Fixtures
The WT 12 Lamp Emits a Softness Despite its Hard Exterior
Helium-Filled Fixtures
The Estiluz Balloon Light Beams Playfully in a Child's Bedroom
Glam Glowing Runways
The Johan Ku Fall 2012 Collection Features Artful Prints
Modern Pilgrim Runways
The Fur Fur Fall 2012 Collection Takes Cues from Historic Styles
Hip-Hop Collaboration Kicks
The Reebok Kamikaze III Mid Sneakers Get a Co-Sign From Swizz Beatz
Balloon-Filled Adverts (UPDATE)
The BLANCO Jeans Spring/Summer 2012 Campaign Celebrates the Season
Galactic Glowing Undergarments
The Make It Good Solar System Series Offers Outer Space Skivvies
Introspective Body Art
Felted Anatomy by Dan Beckemeyer Shows Anatomy
Confection Replica Cases
Macaron Trinket Boxes Offer Sweet Storage for Pint-Sized Odds and Ends
Balloon Disc Launches
Jack White Shares His New Record with Floating Freebies
Tri-Planter Perches
The Wave Double Bench Contains Nature for Structural Support
Spud Caricature Ads
The Wyse Mr. Potato Head Contest Campaign Celebrates St. Patrick's Day
Metallic Mirror Gowns
The Disco Ball Dress From Coyote Peyote the Perfect Party Dress
Seatless Pro-Fitness Perches
The Motivational Nike Bench is Poignant Enough to Keep You Running
Sea Creature Light Sculptures
The Oïphorique by Atelier Oï Celebrates 20 Years of The Sw
Luminous Aquatic Life Decor
Ocean Art Light-Up Jellies Lights Up the Pool Magnificently
Streamlined Sci-Fi Garages
The Herma Parking Building by JOHO Architecture is Futuristic
Asian Astrological Kicks
This Nike Air Jordan Design Celebrates the Year of The Dragon
Eccentric Student Catwalks
The Central Saint Martin College of Art and Design has Talented Pupils
Excavated Dinosaur Heat Exchangers
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Turn Signal Mittens
The Early Winter Night Biking Gloves Keep Bikers Safe
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Vibrant Jellyfish Lighting
The Aurelia LED Table Lamp is Curvaceous and Playful
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The Princess Leia Headphone Covers are Functionally Nerdy
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Make a Splash in the Dark with the GlowGirl Costume
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Bat Wing Fan Blades Keeps the House Cool and Badass
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The Penny Skateboards 'Nickel' Longboard Will Keep You Safe at Night
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Servus_2 Provides a Place to Ponder a Change in Perception
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The DC Comics Shot Glasses are for Nerds Who Know How to Have a Good Time
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The 'Fish Inside Out' Exhibit Captures the Insides of Sea Creatures
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The Red Stair Boasts a Backlight to Draw Eyes Even At Night
Plastic Marine Animal Playthings
The LED Jellyfish Mood Lamp Will Put a Spell on You
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The Emporio Armani x Reebok EA7 2011 Court Mid Rocks Sophistication
Spiraling Cocktail Shooters
Mix Flavored Booze in the Econ Siptail Twister Shot Glass
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Cape-Clad Potatoes
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