Robyn Currie
Toronto · Member since May 2009
1,901Published Articles
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I know when to hold'em, i know when to fold'em, i know when to walk away, i know when to run.
Featured Ideas
Topiary Dairy Products
Forest Milk Lets the Cows Graze in a Picturesque ForestForest Grazed Milk — There is a market opportunity to create and market milk that is sourced from cows that graze in a forest, appealing to customers who prioritize eco-friendliness and the humane treatment of animals.Showerproof Writers
The Waterproof Aquanotes Note Pad and PenShowerproof Writers — Opportunity to develop innovative waterproof writing tools for use in water-centric environments like showers.Sock Hop Kicks
The Original Bass Saddle Shoes Make Doing the Jitter Bug EasyRetro Fashion Revival — Opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for vintage-inspired fashion, particularly in the footwear industry.Personal Jet Renting
Wannajet Offers Private Planes to EverybodyShared Private Jet — The trend of shared private jet services like WannaJet disrupts traditional ownership models, offering cost-effective luxury flying experiences.Sandwich-Loving Blogs
'Des Loines' Pays Homage to the Best of the BestPork Tenderloin Sandwich Craze — Opportunity for restaurants and food trucks to capitalize on this new trend of deep-fried pork tenderloin sandwiches in national and international markets.Snowy Sport Sneakers
Adidas Original OT-Tech 7X 700 Winter Hi Running BootsWinter Running Shoes — Opportunity for innovative shoe designs that are equipped to handle snow and slush during winter runs.Smarmy Robot Blogs
The Cleverboy Site Makes Talking to a Robot Almost NormalAI Chatbots — AI chatbots like Cleverbot are becoming more advanced and interactive, offering opportunities for businesses to integrate them into customer service platforms.Cured Pork Tree Trimmers
The Delectable Bacon Christmas Ornaments Makes the Holidays YummyPork-Inspired Ornaments — Opportunity for pork and Christmas decoration industries to collaborate and create innovative products.Shotgun Shooters
The Buckshot Shotglasses are Perfect for a Night at the Honky TonkShotglasses — Designing shotglasses with unique and innovative shapes and designs.Modern Biker Jackets
The Visvim Fall/Winter 2009 Jackets are Road-ReadyEthical Fashion — As more consumers demand ethical clothing, there is a need for biker jackets made from non-animal materials that are both stylish and sustainable.Retro Rad Roadsters
The Heynsdyk 2500S Roadster is a Modern Vintage-Style RideModern Vintage-Style Vehicles — Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in designing and manufacturing modern vehicles that combine vintage aesthetics with high-performance technology.Hipster Street Food
The Sigmund Pretzel Shop Caters to Those Seeking a Pretzel ResurgenceGourmet Street Food — Incorporate unique and high-quality ingredients into traditional street-food recipes to create a new market for discerning foodies.Q&A with Robyn
What is unique that's not in your bio?
i like shepherd's pie. i like long walks on the beach, and getting caught in the rain. I like the color blue. I am an Aquarius, and I really like Liza Minnelli.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
getting the balls to quit my job when i knew it was time to leave. reaching 1,000 trends even though I though my eyes were going to fall out of my head.
How do you define cool?
cool is when you do something, and you don't care what anyone else thinks. cool is when a product first comes out, and mainstream sees it, and hates it. Only to grow to love it a year or two later, when it is no longer cool.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
looking for things that i think are cool/silly/bizarre. the weirder, or inane something is, the more fun it is to write..
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
being able to write about things that I think are rad, in my own voice.
What is your favorite trend?
the star wars/a-team mashup stands out. and anything to do with bacon.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
follow your gut. and make it as authentic to who you are as possible. and if you can get 10 images, get 10 images.
How do you reset to be creative?
hot yoga. hot yoga. and hot yoga. And when I am not working on my Trend Hunter stuff, I stay as far away from it as possible.
What inspires or excites you?
not having any clue of what will happen next.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
alien invaders will become our overlords, prepare for enslavement.