# Vending Machine Skirts Aya Tsukioka's Sneaky Apparel is An Instant Disguise (UPDATE) By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-05-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-machines-transform-vending-machines-japan References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/13/view/6208/vending-machines.html) & [toxel](http://www.toxel.com/inspiration/2008/09/28/camouflage-designs-by-aya-tsukioka/) We previously caught your attention with the work of Aya Tsukioka and her [vending machine outfit design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merchandise-vending-machine). This time around, a step-by-step guide is included in the gallery, along with other pictures of extraordinary human vending machines. Check out the gallery above to see if *you* would purchase one of these sneaky skirts that transforms into a vending machine! **Implications** - THIS MAY BE BETTER OFF AS AN IMP EXPANDING OFF OF THE LAST SENTENCE. But before you check out the gallery and answer that question for yourself, consider the fact that vending machines are symbolic of the rapid lifestyle which has become increasingly popular in urban areas. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Disguise Apparel:** Opportunity for innovative clothing designs that transform or disguise to meet different needs or purposes. - **Human Vending Machines:** Potential for vending machines to be designed in human-like forms to attract attention and create memorable experiences. - **Rapid Lifestyle Products:** Demand for products that cater to the fast-paced urban lifestyle, offering convenience and efficiency. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can explore new possibilities in disguise apparel, creating unique and versatile clothing options. - **Vending Machines:** Vending machine industry can experiment with human-like designs, enhancing customer engagement and providing a distinctive shopping experience. - **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods industry can develop rapid lifestyle products that cater to the needs of urban dwellers, offering convenience and time-saving solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Makeup Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-express.md) - [AI-Enabled Salad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-stand-vending-machine.md) - [Porcelain-Clad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatica-project.md) - [Pop-Up Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-up-vending-machine.md) - [Identity-Exploring Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapes-we-take.md) - [AI Outfit Inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outfit-ai.md) - [AI-Powered Styling Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-powered-styling-experience.md) - [NFT Cocktail Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skull-society.md) - [AI Virtual Try-On Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outfit-changer-ai.md)