Titled Five Star Crockery, the collection from Amsterdam designer Judith Montens of Dutch collective Klad-Blok, comprises of cars and pile-ups made from crockery.
The Five Star Crockery collection, according to the designer, is based on the collections of celebrities including Jay Leno and Johnny Depp. Cars and crashes as well as insetcts are motifs used to the celebrity inspiration behind Montens' work.
Implications - With consumers looking to bring some excitement to the dinner table, brands are putting an artistic twist to dinnerware. Since eating brings the joy of social interaction, brands are hoping to accentuate the experience with quirky designs for that extra, whimsical element. Companies can manipulate and stretch the creative forms of dinner accessories so that home owners and their guests are entertained when they stay in.
Car Crash Ceramics
Judith Montens's Five Star Crockery Was Inspired by Celebrities
Trend Themes
1. Artistic Dinnerware - Opportunity to create quirky designs for dinnerware to bring excitement to the dinner table.
2. Celebrity-inspired Collections - Chance to design collections inspired by celebrities, like cars and crashes based on famous personalities.
3. Whimsical Home Dining Experience - Opportunity to manipulate and stretch the creative forms of dinner accessories to entertain homeowners and their guests when they stay in.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - Innovative designs for dinnerware can enhance the aesthetic appeal of home dining experiences.
2. Art and Design - Creating celebrity-inspired collections can be a disruptive innovation opportunity within the art and design industry.
3. Hospitality and Events - Brands can offer unique and whimsical dining experiences for guests in the hospitality and events industry.