# Hue-Shifting Confection Tees Dazzle Colorfully with the Johnny Cupcakes Color-Changing T-Shirts By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/johnny-cupcakes-color-changing-t-shirts References: [f5torefresh](http://f5torefresh.com/2011/08/10/johnny-cupcakes-color-changing-t-shirts-2/) & [shop.johnnycupcakes](http://shop.johnnycupcakes.com/shop/) If cupcakes and [color changing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c4-ultimate-energy-frost-collection) is your thing, then check out [Johnny Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hostess-cupcake-shake) Color-Changing T-Shirts. I’ve been a big fan of Johnny Cupcakes for a while now because it’s one of the few brands that manages to merge cartoon quality graphic images onto [casual tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-to-order). The latest from the brand are a series of shirts that can actually change colors. The images are formed with a special ink that reveals the graphic when it’s exposed to sunlight. The two main designs for the Johnny Cupcakes Color-Changing T-Shirts designs features a Polaroid camera and a cupcake with a frosting bottle in front of it. There are styles available for both men and women. The only problem is that these are limited editions, so go grab them quick because they will go fast! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Color-changing Apparel:** Opportunity for brands to incorporate color-changing technology in clothing to create unique and interactive garments. - **Graphic-printed Tees:** Opportunity for brands to experiment with merging graphic images onto casual t-shirts to attract the attention of consumers. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Opportunity for brands to create limited edition merchandise to drive scarcity and urgency among consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore the use of color-changing ink and graphic prints to create innovative and eye-catching apparel. - **Technology:** Technology companies can develop new color-changing materials and inks to be used in various industries, including fashion. - **Retail:** Retailers can leverage the popularity of limited edition collectibles to create exclusive product lines that drive customer loyalty and increase sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Color-Shift Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorchanging-cold-cups.md) - [Color-Changing Cupcake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cupcake-kit.md) - [Color-Changing Hot Chocolate Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colorful-hot-chocolate.md) - [Color-Changing Marshmallows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-changers-marshmallows.md) - [Mystery Color Macaroni Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystery-color-macaroni-cheese.md) - [Thermochromic Ink Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermochromic-ink.md) - [UV-Activated Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos.md) - [Hero-Collab Color-Chaning Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuf-of-legends.md) - [Color-Changing Beauty Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-twister.md)