Pantone Color of the Year: What it Means for Design in 2025
For 2025, Pantone’s winner is Mocha Mousse. Laurie Pressman, Executive Director of Pantone’s Color Institute, had this to say on the selection: “Underpinned by our desire for everyday pleasures, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse expresses a level of thoughtful indulgence. Sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse extends our perceptions of the browns from being humble and grounded to embrace aspiration and luxe.”
On Cloud’s Spray-On Sneaker: A Revolution in Footwear Design
In an era where technology and fashion constantly intersect, On Cloud has just taken a groundbreaking step forward with their latest concept: a spray-on sneaker. Imagine a world where your shoes aren’t just manufactured, but created in real-time, customized to fit your feet perfectly—all in just six minutes. This futuristic idea has recently been tested, and it’s already turning heads in the footwear industry. Let’s dive into how this concept works, the implications it holds for the future of sneaker design, and what it means for sustainability in fashion.
Stepping Back in Time: The 60’s Themed TWA Hotel at JFK Airport
Imagine stepping into a time machine that takes you back to the dazzling 1960s, an era of sleek lines, vibrant colors, and a golden age of air travel. At JFK Airport, the TWA Hotel attempts exactly that—a nostalgic journey to the past fitted with modern comfort and amenities.
The TWA Hotel is housed in the Trans World Airlines Flight Center, designed by legendary architect Eero Saarinen.
The History of the Met Gala
On the first Monday of May every year, news headlines become dominated by photos of the most prestigious celebrities on the red carpet dressed in the most exotic attire. New York City’s Fifth Avenue becomes a hotspot for actor and athlete sightings, along with other members of high society.
This event is known as the Met Gala, and has been taking place annually since 1948 – but have you ever wondered what the Met Gala actually is?
Kanye West’s “Unconventional” Super Bowl Ad Brings in Almost $20 Million
According to NPR, the cost to purchase a 30-second advertisement spot for the 2024 Super Bowl was a hefty $7 million dollars – $233,333.33 dollars per second. With this year’s viewership during the Chiefs vs. 49ers matchup drawing a whopping 127.3 million according to Nielson – the largest TV audience of all time (potentially thanks to the Swifties) – what a time for a business to attempt to boost sales with a marketing campaign. For rapper and entrepreneur Kanye West, he capitalized.
Creative Trends in 2021
With each new year comes new visions in the artistic realm. Art and design elements in 2021 seem to offer a refreshing glimpse of 2020’s hardships. Several themes can be identified in 2021’s current creative trends.