Many of us studied mythology, either in school or out of curiosity, and this slideshow of mythological innovations highlights the influence these ancient stories have had on popular culture.
From Greek goddess couture to hedonistic photo sets, it's clear that mythological influences reign supreme in the realms of fashion and art. Chocolates modeled after deities and skateboards created with built-in Greek sandals, however, prove that mythological influences also exist in other industries.
Implications - While you're looking through tis collection of mythological innovations, see how many of the collections feature references to myths that you've seen represented in movies, novels, or school. There's a good chance you'll be surprised at how many you remember.
30 Mythological Innovations
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Inked Mythological Power Symbols
Rising Phoenix Tattoos as Statements of Rebirth
29
Goddess Bridal Couture
Modern Wedding Dresses With an Ancient Deity Touch
28
Men as Gods
The Photography of David Vance
27
Warrior-Goddess Fashion
Christy Turlington for W Magazine
26
One-Shoulder Goddess Gowns
Elie Saab's Floaty Fall 2009 Dresses
25
Demonic Photo Shoots
Horned Jesus Luz by Tom Munro in Joyce Pascowitch
24
Ancient Greek Sandal Skateboard
Tougher than Leather
23
Greek Myth Lingerie
Agent Provocateur Makes Mythology Sexy for Spring 2009
22
Hedonistic Shop Windows
Selfridges' Visual Merchandising Goes Greco-Roman
21
Modern Day Goddess Fashion
Runway Styles Influenced by Ancient Egypt
20
Biblical Balloon Art Photography
Paul Graves' Modern Twist on ‘The Garden of Eden'
19
Hedonistic Underwear Ads
Agent Provocateur Models Engage in Dionysian Delights for New Campaign
18
Mythical Underwater Art
Waterbabies by Zena Holloway
17
Hedonistic Photo Shoots
'Pandemonium' Features a Wealth of Dionysian Delights
16
Goddesses With Tiny Men
Katy Perry and Paula Abdul Rock Grammy Gowns by Basil Soda
15
Grecian Goddess Fashion
Kate Beckinsale in Toga-Inspired Gown
14
Figurines as Sandal Heels
Christian Dior's Goddess Shoes
13
Media Figures as Greek Gods
A Pantheon of Media Gods
12
Football as a Religion?
The Hand of God Church
11
Statuesque Goddess Fashion
‘Venus Envy' in V Magazine Flaunts Best Spring 2009 Pieces
10
Modern Biblical Fashion Paradise
Romance Was Born's Garden of Eden
9
Mythical Fashionvertising
Daydream Nation's ‘Good Night Deer' Collection
8
Goddess Editorials
Beyonce is a ‘Fierce Creature' by Mario Testino in Vogue
7
Hindu Deity Chic
Designer Apparel and Accessories for the Ultimate Goddess Look
6
Floral Spring Editorials
W Magazine Brings Greek Magic Into 'Harvest'
5
Greco-Roman Couture
Kate Moss Rocks Grecian Minidress at Costume Institute Gala
4
Robot Greek Goddesses
'The Rise of Discord' by Broton is Mechanical Version of Eris
3
African Mythology Shirts
Bantu Republic Tees With A Conscience
2
Mayan God Water
The Whirlpool Chaac Water Dispenser is a Heavenly Kitchen Appliance
1
Chocolate Deities
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