30 Mythological Innovations

From Goddess Couture to Hedonistic Photography

— July 11, 2009 — Pop Culture
Many of us studied mythology, either in school or out of curiosity, and this slideshow of mythological innovations highlights the influence these ancient stories have had on popular culture.

From Greek goddess couture to hedonistic photo sets, it's clear that mythological influences reign supreme in the realms of fashion and art. Chocolates modeled after deities and skateboards created with built-in Greek sandals, however, prove that mythological influences also exist in other industries.

Implications - While you're looking through tis collection of mythological innovations, see how many of the collections feature references to myths that you've seen represented in movies, novels, or school. There's a good chance you'll be surprised at how many you remember.
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Football as a Religion?
Football as a Religion?
The Hand of God Church
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African Mythology Shirts
African Mythology Shirts
Bantu Republic Tees With A Conscience
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Chocolate Deities
Chocolate Deities
8 Gods Everyone Can Worship
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Modern Biblical Fashion Paradise
Modern Biblical Fashion Paradise
Romance Was Born's Garden of Eden
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Mayan God Water
Mayan God Water
The Whirlpool Chaac Water Dispenser is a Heavenly Kitchen Appliance
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Mythical Fashionvertising
Mythical Fashionvertising
Daydream Nation's ‘Good Night Deer' Collection
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Robot Greek Goddesses
Robot Greek Goddesses
'The Rise of Discord' by Broton is Mechanical Version of Eris
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Greco-Roman Couture
Greco-Roman Couture
Kate Moss Rocks Grecian Minidress at Costume Institute Gala
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Statuesque Goddess Fashion
Statuesque Goddess Fashion
‘Venus Envy' in V Magazine Flaunts Best Spring 2009 Pieces
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Goddess Editorials
Goddess Editorials
Beyonce is a ‘Fierce Creature' by Mario Testino in Vogue
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Media Figures as Greek Gods
Media Figures as Greek Gods
A Pantheon of Media Gods
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Hedonistic Photo Shoots
Hedonistic Photo Shoots
'Pandemonium' Features a Wealth of Dionysian Delights
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Floral Spring Editorials
Floral Spring Editorials
W Magazine Brings Greek Magic Into 'Harvest'
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Ancient Greek Sandal Skateboard
Ancient Greek Sandal Skateboard
Tougher than Leather
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Biblical Balloon Art Photography
Biblical Balloon Art Photography
Paul Graves' Modern Twist on ‘The Garden of Eden'
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Hindu Deity Chic
Hindu Deity Chic
Designer Apparel and Accessories for the Ultimate Goddess Look
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Goddesses With Tiny Men
Goddesses With Tiny Men
Katy Perry and Paula Abdul Rock Grammy Gowns by Basil Soda
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Hedonistic Shop Windows
Hedonistic Shop Windows
Selfridges' Visual Merchandising Goes Greco-Roman
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Greek Myth Lingerie
Greek Myth Lingerie
Agent Provocateur Makes Mythology Sexy for Spring 2009
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Figurines as Sandal Heels
Figurines as Sandal Heels
Christian Dior's Goddess Shoes
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Hedonistic Underwear Ads
Hedonistic Underwear Ads
Agent Provocateur Models Engage in Dionysian Delights for New Campaign
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One-Shoulder Goddess Gowns
One-Shoulder Goddess Gowns
Elie Saab's Floaty Fall 2009 Dresses
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Grecian Goddess Fashion
Grecian Goddess Fashion
Kate Beckinsale in Toga-Inspired Gown
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Demonic Photo Shoots
Demonic Photo Shoots
Horned Jesus Luz by Tom Munro in Joyce Pascowitch
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Mythical Underwater Art
Mythical Underwater Art
Waterbabies by Zena Holloway
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Warrior-Goddess Fashion
Warrior-Goddess Fashion
Christy Turlington for W Magazine
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Modern Day Goddess Fashion
Modern Day Goddess Fashion
Runway Styles Influenced by Ancient Egypt
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Men as Gods
Men as Gods
The Photography of David Vance
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Goddess Bridal Couture
Goddess Bridal Couture
Modern Wedding Dresses With an Ancient Deity Touch
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Inked Mythological Power Symbols
Inked Mythological Power Symbols
Rising Phoenix Tattoos as Statements of Rebirth
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