# Kitchen Sponge Gowns 10 Dresses Made of Random Objects By Cowbag | Published 2008-10-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dress-a-day-fashion-from-everyday-objects References: [blog.craftzine](http://blog.craftzine.com/) & [stateofdress.blogspot](http://stateofdress.blogspot.com/2008/06/finished-dollar-store-dresses.html) These amazing dresses are from installation and performance artist Robin Barcus Slonia. The dress that is made from over 2,000 casino chips is part of an installation called 'States of Dresses,' while the 'Dollar Store Dresses' exhibit features a [wedding gown](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1) made from whiffle balls and a dress made out of kitchen sponges. While I'm not crazy about the men's silver shorts, I do love the [feather duster dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirty-looks). **Implications** - Eco-conscious consumers are eager to adopt green lifestyle habits to reduce their carbon footprints. These consumers appreciate products constructed from upcycled materials as they reuse pre-exisiting goods that still have potential. Companies can appeal to green demographics by manufacturing products that incorporate upcycled materials into their construction. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycling Fashion:** Companies can capitalize on the growing trend of eco-consciousness among consumers and create fashion products made from upcycled materials. - **Upcycling Art Installations:** Art installations made from upcycled materials, such as the 'States of Dresses' exhibit featuring a dress made from over 2,000 casino chips, can inspire creativity and promote sustainability. - **Novel Material Fashion:** Incorporating unconventional materials, like kitchen sponges and whiffle balls, into fashion designs can create unique and attention-grabbing products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate upcycled materials into their production process to create sustainable and eco-friendly clothes. - **Art:** The art industry can promote sustainability and inspire creativity by showcasing art installations made from upcycled materials. - **Product Manufacturing:** Incorporating unconventional materials, like kitchen sponges and whiffle balls, into the manufacturing process can lead to innovative and unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dust-Based Soft Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/done-dusted.md) - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md) - [Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiebelt-shirt-dres.md) - [Recycled Dish Towels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-dish-towels.md) - [Eco-Friendly Luxury Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-dresses.md) - [Artistic Dress NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unwearable-dresses.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md)