As regular readers know, we featured a lot of celebrity products at Trend Hunter, but this is the first time we've seen surfboards created by stars.
Evolution Surf has released their 2008 line of surfboards with art created by celebrities. The Summer 2008 Evolution Surf line was designed and inspired by Jessica Biel, Justin Timberlake, Cameron Diaz, Tyra Banks, Gisele Bundchen, Leonardo Di Caprio, Shannon Elizabeth and Jennifer Aniston among others.
Each one comes with seashell fins made of natural seashells like Mother of Pearl, Gold Pua, Rose Abalone, Blue Snail Shell.
Surfboard sizes range from 5'8" to 9'2" with pricing between $2,800 and $4,500.
Celebrity Designed Surfboards
Summer 2008 Evolution Surf
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity-branded Products - Celebrity Branded Surfboards may inspire the creation of additional sports-related products collaboration with celebrities.
2. Artist-designed Products - Artist-Designed customizable surfboards could be the next frontier in surfboard design.
3. Sustainable Designs - Surfboards using sustainable material like natural seashells may become more prevalent in the surfing industry.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Retail Industry - The release of celebrity designed surfboards for Evolution Surf could result in brand partnerships between surf companies and various celebrities.
2. Art Industry - The Summer 2008 Evolution Surf line of surfboards may create new opportunities for artists designing products within the outdoor adventure industry.
3. Sustainable Surfboard Industry - The use of natural seashells in Evolution Surf's Summer 2008 line has the potential to create a new market for sustainable surfboard materials.