# Creepy Cold-Cut Portraits Theses Sandwich Meat Face Designs Will Change How You Feel About Lunch By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-07-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-meat-face References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/provincialelitist/the-faces-of-lunch-meat) & [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com/2008/05/luncheon_meat_with_faces_just.php) Cold cuts are always a dependable source of nutrients and flavor when it comes time to [packing a lunch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunchables-pbj), but these Sandwich Meat Face designs will have you reconsidering what you put pack in your lunchbox. While some the first few images depict cute, comical faces, the other photos depict some rather [frightening faces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chomps-snackolantern). These Sandwich Meat Face designs transform a salty slab of [turkey, ham, bologna and salami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunch-meat) into a dish that could easily jump off the plate and cause some serious damage. Using olives and some unknown products to create facial features such as eyes, noses and mouths, these sandwich meat face designs are a little too realistic for my liking. **Implications** - Many consumers are drawn to products with which they share a connection or sense of familiarity. Such products enable a feeling of comfort and ease amongst consumers, from which businesses can easily benefit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Food Art:** Creating art out of food adds a fun and unique element to dining experiences and encourages social media sharing. - **Personalization:** Creating customized or personalized food options can increase customer engagement and loyalty. - **Sustainability:** Using food waste or scraps to create visually appealing designs can promote sustainable and eco-friendly practices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative food designs and packaging can differentiate products in a competitive market. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Creative and unique food designs can be used to promote brands and products on social media platforms. - **Hospitality:** Incorporating visually appealing food designs or personalization options can enhance guests' dining experiences and increase customer satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Meat Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatcrafters.md) - [Cheeky Food-Made Beauty Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spoof-beauty-range.md) - [Dynamic Lunch Meat Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hillshire-farms.md) - [Chainsaw-Sliced Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chainsaw-sliced-sandwiches.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Sandwich Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cured-meat-style-slices.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired 70s Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schlotzskys-sandwich-studio-line.md) - [Adult-Sized Lunchables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dietz-watson1.md) - [Flavorful Deli Meat Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deli-meat1.md) - [Self-Referential Sandwich Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-maker-concept.md)