# Personified Garbage Bins The 'Eyes for Christmas' Tumblr Brings to Life Everyday Inanimate Objects By Leslie Chen | Published 2011-06-29 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyes-for-christmas References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/redirect.php?url=http://eyesforchristmas.tumblr.com/&postsiteid=226525) & [eyesforchristmas.tumblr](http://eyesforchristmas.tumblr.com/) People say eyes are the windows to the soul, but in the case of the Eyes for Christmas [Tumblr](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tumblr-campaign), eyes give these objects souls. A project coming from Amsterdam's XTOTL, the blog animates objects that are simply overlooked every day. From [garbage bins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/binko-recycling-machine) to towel paper dispensers, the things given a pair of eyes on the blog vary in shape, size and subject matter but share the commonality of being used on a daily basis. The premise of the Eyes for Christmas Tumblr is that objects can transform immediately with just a pair of eyes. Who knew a dirty garbage can on the street could look so sarcastic and cynical? Take a look at the Eyes for Christmas Tumblr and the next time you throw something out, the disposal may just look at you a little differently. **Implications** - Modern consumers look for products that offer a [humorous element](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/its-not-the-thought-that-counts). Customers with fast-paced lives don't have the time to enjoy certain things, so they seek out a quick escape through their everyday purchases. Creating more items with a whimsical aspect could help a company trying to grow their brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Personified Inanimate Objects:** Companies can experiment with humanizing everyday objects to add an element of humor and personality, and create more relatable products. - **Whimsical Products:** Offering products with a lighthearted and playful twist can appeal to busy consumers seeking quick and quirky escapes from their day-to-day routine. - **Emotional Product Design:** Incorporating human-like emotions or expressions in product design can create a stronger emotional connection and enhance brand loyalty. ### Who This Affects Most - **Industrial Design:** Industrial designers can experiment with humanizing objects to create unique and playful designs that stand out in the market. - **Advertising and Branding:** Brands can use humor and personification in their advertising campaigns to appeal to customers seeking a fun and relatable brand identity. - **Consumer Goods:** Brands in the consumer goods industry can incorporate whimsical design elements to differentiate their products and increase consumer appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/short-social-films.md) - [Biodegradable Holiday Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-decor-collection.md) - [Waste-Activated Digital Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lit-by-sht.md) - [Whimsical Garbage Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-garbage-bags.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [Dumpster Pencil Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumpstuder-pencil-holders.md) - [Cheekily Creative Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-bookmarks.md) - [Adorable Public Rubbish Bins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-seoul-20.md) - [Meditative Trash Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trash-time-out.md)