# Anatomical Aesthetic Mortality is addressed for consumers through images of the human body. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published May 21, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/anatomical-solace ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Anatomical Aesthetic trend? **Anatomical Aesthetic:** As face-to-face interaction dwindles, consumers are spending more time by themselves and subsequently dealing with mortality individually. This darker mindset is being escalated with anatomical aesthetics that force them to think more directly about mortality. This speaks to a shift in the consumer mindset, regarding simple humanity as something to be celebrated. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 4, 2013 to Sep 19, 2014 - Published: May 21, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Anatomical Aesthetic trend ### Anatomical Aesthetics The rise in popularity of anatomically accurate pieces of artwork and clothing featuring human anatomy creates opportunities for companies to embrace the trend by incorporating such designs as part of their product lineups. ### Luxury Halloween Decor The luxury Halloween decor trend opens up opportunities for designers and businesses to create high-end and expensive decorations for the holiday season, targeting customers who prefer sophisticated and luxurious products. ### Tribal Surfer Fashion A fusion of Surfing and tribal elements showcased in the 2nd Floor Spring/Summer 2015 runway inspires the fashion industry to explore other ethnical fusions, producing opportunities for designers to create a whole new clothing line. ## What the Anatomical Aesthetic trend means for industry ### For Art and Design The anatomical aesthetics trend is likely to inspire a new wave of artworks and installations that are not only artistically interesting, but also try to subvert social taboos. ### For Luxury Goods The luxury Halloween decor trend could open up a new niche in the luxury goods market, targeting customers who are looking for more sophisticated and bespoke products to stand out during the holiday season. ### For Fashion The Tribal Surfer Fashion trend creates opportunities for clothing companies to explore ethnic fusion, creating new looks that can attract consumers who prefer more unconventional styles. ## Trend signals for Anatomical Aesthetic Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 58%, activity 63%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 58% - Activity: 63% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Anatomical Aesthetic trend 6 featured examples from Sep 4, 2013 to Sep 19, 2014. - [Skeletal Face Coverings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skull-half-mask): Terrify Children with Your Unsightly Skull Half Mask (Category: Special) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Creating fashionable and stylish skeletal face coverings that cater to different consumer preferences. - [Ghastly Drug Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecce-animal): Ecce Animal by Diddo is a Skull Shockingly Made out of Cocaine (Category: Unique) Implication: Advancements in the art industry include the creation of artwork using illicit drugs and innovative techniques. - [Tribal Surfer Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2nd-floor-springsummer-2015): The 2nd Floor Spring/Summer 2015 Collection Took Fashion Rio by Storm (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can leverage the trend of contemporary surfer looks and tribal undertones to create new collections that cater to the growing demand for edgy streetwear. - [Luxe Halloween Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-skull-decor): This Encased Skull Ornament is Designed by Iconic Brand Ralph Lauren (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The high-end home decor industry can disrupt traditional Halloween decor with products that offer a more elegant and sophisticated aesthetic like glass-encased ornaments, offering… - [Anatomically Veiny Tights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vein-tights): These Capillery Captering Tights from Romwe Will Gross Some People Out (Category: Fashion) Implication: Industry can expand their apparel lines through new anatomical and body part designs. - [Anatomical Shot Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shot-glass-crawler): The Hand Shot Glass Crawler Gives You a Firm Grip on Your Liquor (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating unique and unconventional designs, like anatomical shot glasses, into the production of drinkware to attract customers and stand o… ## Recent trend clusters - 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