Bizarre

Reflecting a generation consumed with self-expression and individuality, Trend Hunter’s bizarre category showcase the most abstract ideas in brand and consumer innovation. Featuring everything from grotesque imagery to atypical designs and uncomfortable marketing tactics, these trends will showcase consumer fascination with the odd and abstract.

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Unconventional Ice Creams

The Ice Cream Project Creates Flavors Like Salad Cream & Worcestershire

Classic chocolate, vanilla and strawberry are not the ice cream flavors that are served up by The Ice Cream Project. Instead, the summer pop-up is offering flavors that range from unique to unusual... MORE

Lava-Based Architecture Proposals

Arnhildur Palmadottir Wants to Utilize Controlled Lava Eruptions

Icelandic architect Arnhildur Palmadottir has put forward an outlandish design proposal, involving controlled lava eruptions. The professional is certainly pushing the envelope on architectural... MORE

Botanical Sinkhole Paradises

Hunte's Garden is a Sinkhole Turned Tropical Wonder

Hunte’s Garden in Barbados is a botanical masterpiece and one of the island’s best-kept attractions. What makes it truly spectacular is the unusual story of how it came to be. Anthony... MORE

Limited-Edition Savory Cereals

Deliveroo Launches Sushi, Pizza, and Chicken-Flavored Cereal

Deliveroo launches new savory cereal flavors ahead of Nation Cereal Day. The one-of-a-kind cereal range is inspired by the UK’s most loved takeout dishes. Consumers across London, Bristol, and... MORE

First-Ever Outer Space Artworks

Selenian Will Place an Art Installation on the Moon's Surface

‘Selenian’ is a company that specializes in the curation of artwork for space. In collaboration with ‘Astrobotic’ and ‘NASA,’ the company will place a unique art... MORE

Potato-Scented Perfumes

The Idaho Potato Commission Created a French Fry Fragrance for Valentine's

This Valentine’s Day, the Idaho Potato Commission created a French fry perfume for potato lovers. The limited-edition scent is called Frites by Idaho and it can be found only on the Idaho... MORE

Canned Goods-Inspired Bags

The 'Anya Brands Heinz Baked Beans Crossbody' Comes in Turquoise

For those looking for a unique and quirky bag, Anya Hindmarch has released the ‘Anya Brands Heinz Baked Beans Crossbody.’ The brand is eco-conscious as it has “signed the Fashion... MORE

Bar-Inspired Trivia Games

‘Pub Quiz The Board Game’ Covers Five Different Trivia Topics

‘Pub Quiz The Board Game’ is a compact board game that brings the pub home. Players must answer trivia questions while also enacting like they are actually at the pub. It has the liveliness that... MORE

Protected Barrier

Skincare brands highlight skin barrier-protecting ingredients

Trend - People who have sensitive, dry or damaged skin are increasingly prioritizing skin barrier-protection in the new skincare products they purchase. Cosmetic brands are responding by highlighting the healing and protective ingredients in their products.

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