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Bloody Motifs

The juice of life becomes a prominent symbol in design and marketing

Implications - Whatever the reason for society's fascination with death and gore, the motif of blood is becoming transfused into everything from fashion design to advertising. Perhaps spawned from society's intrigue with vampires, bloody themes are entrancing: they bring forth the mysterious and compelling nature of death, but do so from a safe--and stylish--distance.
Trend Themes
1. Blood Obsession - There is a growing cultural fascination with blood and gore, which is being reflected in many industries.
2. Vampire Pop Culture - The popularity of vampire-related media, such as Twilight and True Blood, is inspiring many industries to incorporate vampire themes into their products and marketing.
3. Bloody Aesthetic - The use of blood-like imagery and design elements is becoming a popular way to add edginess and shock value to various products and art forms.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers are exploring the macabre and incorporating bloody themes into their clothing designs, footwear and accessories.
2. Food and Beverage - The use of blood-like colors and textures in food and drink products is becoming popular, particularly in the creation of Halloween-themed treats and novelty beverages.
3. Art and Photography - Photographers and artists are experimenting with blood and gore in their creations, often using these themes to make bold statements and stunning visuals.
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Featured Examples

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Boxy Blood-Red Dresses
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Mohanad Shuraideh is one lucky guy, having been given the opportunity to art direct ads for one of Dubai's leading shopping centers, Burjuman. By embracing dramatic and vintage inspirations in the Burjuman… MORE
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'Ichor' by Aaron McPolin might freak you out at first, but stay with me--there's a solid theme here. In Greek mythology, ichor is the blood of the gods, and this prized liquid existed in nectar and ambrosia.… MORE
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Nothing says "badass" better than a pair of blood-dripping booties, like the ones from the Kamaeleon shoe collection. These carefully custom handmade ankle booties are deadly pieces of art for your feet.… MORE
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If you're not bugged out by a little bit of blood, you'll love 'Blood, Sweat & Fears' by Andrew Smith. This shoot follows a shadowy fighter soaked in the red stuff, and although the imagery is quite gruesome,… MORE
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Chinese artist, Ling Jian creates peculiar yet, beautiful works of art. Whether or not it is the intent of this artist to arouse the viewer, looking at Ling Jian artwork is bound to stir some emotions.… MORE
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The Lily Vanilli Velvet Bloody Red Cake is Realistically Creepy
The Lily Vanilli Velvet Red Cake takes baking to hearty new levels. This blood red dessert is made in the shape of a human heart. If that isn't enough, the blood-like cherry sauce is still dripping to… MORE
Savage Bloody Candy
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Bleeding Heart Gummy Candy is an Ideal Gift for Your Valentine
Hot on the heals of everything undead comes the Bleeding Heart Gummy Candy, and it’s just in time for Valentine’s Day. Inside every savage bloody candy is enough liquid candy blood to satisfy even the… MORE
Blood-Stained Vampirography
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The Blue Jaka Spread Doesn't Fare Well in the Sun
Vampires have officially taken over mainstream media. Between Twilight, True Blood, Daywalkers, and the Vampire Diaries, these bloodsuckers have snuck into every facet of pop culture. It's no surprise,… MORE

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