Lacey-Jane Walsh

I'm young, and I'm certain my greatest accomplishments are still in the works, but I do have a favourite academic accomplishment from my time at Nip. I got the opportunity to write a social commentary on George A. Romero's cult classic "Dawn of the Dead". I thought that was pretty cool.

Cool is hard to define, because people's interests are so radically different. What's cool to one person might completely bore someone else. I like things that make you think. Something cool should astonish, and surprise you. It should hold your interest.

I uncover trends by using the resources I have all around me. The internet has no shortage of bloggers, and companies trying to make people aware of cool new ideas and trends. It's just a matter of looking.

I like the wide range of categories, and sub-categories covered by Trend Hunter. There's something for everyone, and it's well organized and easy to find.

This is a tough question, but I think it's a tie between zombified teddy bears, and any trend on 3-D printers (which I'm really jazzed about!)

Stick to what you're genuinely interested in. When you really like the topic you've selected, it shows in your work, and usually makes for a good read.

I watch a good movie, read a good book.

I'm inspired by my favorite authors, actors, and directors. A good book can inspire me.

I feel like almost anything is possible between now and then. I will predict however, that by that time 3-D printers will be a household item, and interactive technology (like the interactive mannequin) will be far more common.