As random photoblogs go, the I Am Packed blog may be one of the most random. This photoblog asks people to submit what they are packing into their suitcases to take with them on trips. So far, as you can see, submissions have included photos of a lot of tech -- laptops, cameras, phones, chargers and even an old school Gameboy -- as well as other necessary items, including passports, wallets and sunglasses.
As strange as it might sound, however, I Am Packed has a purpose. Founder Adam Bryce, the creator of men's style blog SLAMXHYPE, launched the site to help people pack more effectively and to inspire readers on what and how to pack. As the I Am Packed blog says, "Finding the balance between necessities, showing off in a new city, and leaving space for all your shopping is an art."
Suitcase Contents Photoblogs
'I am Packed' Shares Photos of Things in Other People's Luggage
Trend Themes
1. Travel Packing Tips - I Am Packed's success demonstrates the potential for innovative travel packing tools and services to help travelers pack more efficiently based on peer recommendations.
2. Personal Inventory Management - I Am Packed reflects a growing trend towards digitizing and sharing lists of personal belongings and preferences, opening doors for personalized inventory management services.
3. Collaborative Content Creation - I Am Packed's crowdsourced content model serves as a potential inspiration for other blogs and platforms to involve contributors in the creation of regular user-generated content.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Hospitality - I Am Packed's focus on travel packing tips suggests an opportunity for the travel and hospitality industry to offer personalized packing recommendations and services.
2. E-commerce and Retail - I Am Packed's emphasis on showing off belongings in a new city highlights the potential for fashion and retail companies to partner with travel platforms and offer travel-centric fashion lines.
3. Logistics and Transportation - I Am Packed's focus on the art of packing and the logistics of travel may inspire innovation in travel and logistics companies to make the packing and shipping of belongings more hassle-free.