# Artist-Inspired Dynamic Basketballs round21 Designs Basketballs Inspired by Basquiat and Haring By Amy Duong | Published 2023-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/round21 References: [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxsji_cN2p0/?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI) & [round21](https://www.round21.com/?utm_source=DesignTAXI&utm_medium=DesignTAXI&utm_term=DesignTAXI&utm_content=DesignTAXI&utm_campaign=DesignTAXI)  Lifestyle [Imprint round21](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/born-online) presents a new collection of artful basketballs that are inspired by the works of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring. The bright looks merge the realms of sports together with pop art through the tonal palette and visual cues. There are four official collectors of basketball that make up the collection with two that honor the respective artists. Basquiat's Lifeblood and Philistines are seen as the focus with the Philistines basketball done in the artist's signature style of bright and raw design. The basketballs that celebrate Keith Haring highlight the work of [Tokyo Fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konbini-confidential) and Are All [Welcome](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-5) -- each one honors his artistic journey. Tokyo Fabric nods to his 1988 artwork and All Are Welcome shows his faceless figures. Image Credit: round21 ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Artful Basketball Designs:** round21 merges the realms of sports and pop art with their collection of basketballs inspired by Basquiat and Haring. - **Honoring Iconic Artists:** round21 pays tribute to Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring through their basketball designs. - **Tonal Palette and Visual Cues:** round21's basketballs feature a bright and raw design inspired by the artistic styles of Basquiat and Haring. ### Who This Affects Most - **Sports Merchandise:** round21's artful basketballs offer a unique and visually striking option for sports enthusiasts. - **Art and Design:** The collaboration between round21 and iconic artists Basquiat and Haring introduces a new way to showcase their art through functional products. - **Fashion and Lifestyle:** round21's basketball collection allows individuals to express their love for art and sports in a fashionable and unique way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Graphic Basketballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-skull-basketball.md) - [Basketball-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draftkings-artist-series.md) - [Sci-Fi Show-Themed Basketballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spalding-1.md) - [Basketball-Shaped Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-baller.md) - [American Artist Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastpak-launched.md) - [Luxury Basketball-Themed Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basketball-series.md) - [Basketball-Themed Floral Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunflower-vessel.md) - [Basketball-Inspired Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cj-hendry1.md) - [Museum-Run Basketball Courts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/museumrun-basketball-court.md)