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73 Kaleidoscopic Innovations

From Tie Dye Cats to Goofy Hats

— December 29, 2012 — Fashion
The recent trend towards retro may be responsible for flower power being "in" right now, but even a cursory glance through this collection of psychedelic art pieces makes a strong case that kaleidoscopic patterns were never out.

This collection of psychedelic art pieces hits both high and low culture: we're treated to high-fashion shoots that focus solely on vintage patterns, eye-catching speciality socks, personal portraits made up of the effervescent hues, and even polychromatic painted kicks for the streetwear aficionado seeking to exude retro power.

One of the most fascinating things about these psychedelic art pieces is how versatile they are. They work as equally as well as kitschy high heels, safari tights, or metallic gingham menswear, amongst others. With that kind of adaptability, it should be no surprise that psychedelic art pieces are as sought after now as they were in the 60s and 70s.
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Hypnotic Granular Art
Hypnotic Granular Art
Joe Mangrum Sand Creations are Kaleidoscopic
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Kaleidoscopic Architecture Photos
Kaleidoscopic Architecture Photos
The Jenny Okun 'Dreamscapes' Series is Fantasical
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70
Psychedelic Drink Promotions
Psychedelic Drink Promotions
The Champagne Dreams Film is Dark
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69
Kaleidoscopic Backdrop Editorials
Kaleidoscopic Backdrop Editorials
Friends with Benefits by Karolina Miadowicz Shows Bright Looks
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68
Psychedelically Tasseled Totes
Psychedelically Tasseled Totes
The Mara Hoffman Pom Pom Bag Will Cheer You On
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67
Clashing Psychedelic Patterns
Clashing Psychedelic Patterns
'Reeperbahn' by Lukasz Wolejko-Wolejszo is Multicolored
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66
Polychromatic Mountainside Pictorials
Polychromatic Mountainside Pictorials
A Rocky Pattern by Toby Marosszeky is Confident and Playful
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65
Kitschy-Colored Kicks
Kitschy-Colored Kicks
The Charlotte Russe Mixed Brights Cage Heels are Over-the-Top
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64
Psychedelic Circuit Board Creations
Psychedelic Circuit Board Creations
Leonard Oulian Electronic Mandalas Look at Elegance
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63
Kaleidoscopic Kite Installations
Kaleidoscopic Kite Installations
Gas Giant by Jacob Hashimoto is Captivatingly Dynamic
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62
Stylish Psychotropic Photoshoots
Stylish Psychotropic Photoshoots
The Garage Magazine Issue 3 Editorial is Inspired by Drug Effects
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Pixelated Plaid Captures
Pixelated Plaid Captures
These CG Stills by Zeitguised are Visually Intriguing
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Psychedelic Tennis Sneakers (UPDATE)
Psychedelic Tennis Sneakers (UPDATE)
The Missoni Converse Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Bold
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59
Kaleidoscopic Puzzle Art
Kaleidoscopic Puzzle Art
Jonthan McCabe and Nervous System Designs Create Artistic Jigsaws Puzzles
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Psychedelically Patriotic Cookies
Psychedelically Patriotic Cookies
This Red Couch Recipe Brings to Mind a Colorful Firework Display
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57
Unorthodox Heroine Photoshoots
Unorthodox Heroine Photoshoots
The New York Times Hollywood Heroines Mini Film is Psychedelic
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Vintage Kaleidoscopic Couture
Vintage Kaleidoscopic Couture
Helena Beat for Vulture Magazine is a Psychedelic Playful Editorial
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Colorful Kaleidoscopic Pictorials
Colorful Kaleidoscopic Pictorials
These Images by Niky Roehreke Transform Chaos into Harmony
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Psychedelically Splattered Frocks
Psychedelically Splattered Frocks
The Splash-Dyed Tunic Tee Dress from Two String Jane is Playful
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Psychedelic Humanoid Paintings
Psychedelic Humanoid Paintings
Eugene Plotnikov Renders Abstract People with Trippy Motifs
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Psychedelic Hippie Socks
Psychedelic Hippie Socks
Anonymous Ism Tie-Dye Socks Aae Made in America
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Psychedelic Streetwear Styles
Psychedelic Streetwear Styles
The Roberto Piqueras Frische Magazine Editorial
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Flammable Feline Sculptures (UPDATE)
Flammable Feline Sculptures (UPDATE)
The David Mach 'Matchheads' Series Will Light Up Rooms
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Psychedelic Sargent Pepper Editorials
Psychedelic Sargent Pepper Editorials
'Mod Love' by Elle Canada Salutes the Lonely Hearts Club
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Kaleidoscopic Parking Lots
Kaleidoscopic Parking Lots
The 72DP Mural Brings Vibrant Colors to a Drab Space
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Kaleidoscopic Origami Portraits
Kaleidoscopic Origami Portraits
Jesse Yules Creates a Stunning Folded Painting Music Video
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Psychedelic Charitable Vehicles
Psychedelic Charitable Vehicles
The Proceeds From the Pretty Green x MINI Car Go Towards Charity
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Peculiar Psychedelic Pots
Peculiar Psychedelic Pots
POV Vase by Nightshop Changes Color on Its Own
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Kaleidoscopic Crumpled Captures
Kaleidoscopic Crumpled Captures
This Bjoern Ewers Series is Water-Like and Abstract
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Cosmically Surreal Beauty Editorials
Cosmically Surreal Beauty Editorials
Coco Pops by Stanley Patzold is Full of Fantastical Vision
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Psychedelic Ink Decals
Psychedelic Ink Decals
Anai Greog's Prints Feature Kaleidoscope Patterns
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41
Whimsical Countryside Collections
Whimsical Countryside Collections
The Moschino Cheap and Chic Resort 2013 Collection is Elegant
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40
Psychic Kitty Chain Jewelry
Psychic Kitty Chain Jewelry
The Ginette Lampalme Cat Necklaces are Whimsical and Charming
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39
Psychedelic Rebel Photoshoots
Psychedelic Rebel Photoshoots
Click Clash by Teneshia Carr for Kurv is Wild and Badass
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Illuminating Blacklight Manicures
Illuminating Blacklight Manicures
Expressions Glow In The Dark Nail Polish is Great for Halloween
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Watercolor-Inspired Scarves
Watercolor-Inspired Scarves
Asta Masiulyte Creates Hand-Crafted Kaleidoscopic Accesso
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Kaleidoscopic Pin-Up Shoots
Kaleidoscopic Pin-Up Shoots
Patricia Recourt Creates a Portfolio of Stunning Fashion Captures
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35
Flower Power Menswear
Flower Power Menswear
The Phenomenon Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Offers Botanical Accents
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Psychedelic Hazed Rainbow Art
Psychedelic Hazed Rainbow Art
This Sam Coldy Graphic Artwork is Almost Hypnotic
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33
Polychromatic Safari Tights
Polychromatic Safari Tights
The Sasha Multicolor Animal Print Leggings Will Steal the Show
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Kaleidoscopic Motif Apparel
Kaleidoscopic Motif Apparel
The Peter Pilotto Resort 2013 Collection is Invigoratingly Optical
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Metallic Gingham Menswear
Metallic Gingham Menswear
The Spring 2013 Thom Browne Collection Boasts a Surreal Twist
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Gothic Kaleidoscope Captures
Gothic Kaleidoscope Captures
The Rebel With a Cause Beauty Rebel Editorial Stars Daphne Guinness
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Psychedelic Fantasy Photoshoots
Psychedelic Fantasy Photoshoots
The Marthe Wiggers Vulture Magazine Editorial is Enchanting
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Kaleidoscopic Sport Pictograms
Kaleidoscopic Sport Pictograms
The 2014 Winter Olympic Games are Prepping with Psychedelic Images
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27
Eclectic Child-Inspired Collections
Eclectic Child-Inspired Collections
The Romance Was Born Autumn/Winter 2012 Collection is Retro
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Multicolored Psychedelic Truffles
Multicolored Psychedelic Truffles
Rainbow Peppermint Patties Are a Way to Brighten Up Your Day
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Gaudy Kaleidoscope Collections
Gaudy Kaleidoscope Collections
Katie Eary's Spring/Summer 2013 Line is Extravagant
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Kaleidoscopic Graffiti Exhibits
Kaleidoscopic Graffiti Exhibits
'They Had Taken Things Along To Eat Together' is Mesmerizing
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Swinging Sixties Spreads
Swinging Sixties Spreads
Westeast Magazine's 'Psychedelic Lover' Editorial Has a Twiggy Appeal
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Psychedelic Intergalactic Paintings
Psychedelic Intergalactic Paintings
Adam Psybe Plays with Visual Movement and Dimension
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Kaleidoscopic Jungle Tees
Kaleidoscopic Jungle Tees
Marcelo Burlon Designs Kaleidoscopic Rave Inspired T-Shirt Collection
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Kaleidoscopic Paper Art
Kaleidoscopic Paper Art
To the Power Of by Jen Stark is Full of Colorful Portals
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Psychedelic Oriental Illustrations (UPDATE)
Psychedelic Oriental Illustrations (UPDATE)
Shan Jiang Mixes Asian and Graphic Novel Styles
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Psychedelic Print Photoshoots
Psychedelic Print Photoshoots
The Tank Magazine Autumn 2012 Editorial Stars a Retro Codie Young
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Kaleidoscopic Floral Photography
Kaleidoscopic Floral Photography
The Peace House by Corey Tenold Stars Model Ash Walker
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Psychedelic Beaded Couture
Psychedelic Beaded Couture
The Sabine Ducasse Melting Pot Collection is Boldly Bright
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Psychedelic Personal Portraits
Psychedelic Personal Portraits
The 2012 Festival of Colors Photography by Thomas Hawk is Vibrant
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Futuristic Psychedelic Catwalks
Futuristic Psychedelic Catwalks
The Future Catwalk by Barnaby Roper is an Artistic Rendition
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Psychedelically Wet Photoshoots
Psychedelically Wet Photoshoots
The Stylist Magazine 'Purple Rain' Editorial is Vibrantly Retro
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Psychedelic Nature Editorials
Psychedelic Nature Editorials
The 'Take a Trip Lose Yourself Fall in Love' Fashion Story is Far Ou
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Polychromatic Painted Kicks
Polychromatic Painted Kicks
These Custom Tie Dye Vans are Psychedelically Stylish
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Mutated Mascot Drawings
Mutated Mascot Drawings
Spencer Mann Imagines Mickey Mouse & Others in Psychedelic Manner
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Ornate Oriental Editorials
Ornate Oriental Editorials
The Jakub Nowocien Numero Homme China Photo Shoot is Vivid
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Kaleidoscopic Fairytale Fashion
Kaleidoscopic Fairytale Fashion
The September L'Officiel China by Michelle Du Xuan Radiates
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Futuristic Pixel Prints
Futuristic Pixel Prints
Adam Ferriss' '500 Years Away' Offers an Artistic Glimpse at the Future
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Psychedelic Floral Patterns
Psychedelic Floral Patterns
Valeria Rey Soto Renders Prismatic Flowery Images with Trippy Designs
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Vibrant Scarf Catalogs
Vibrant Scarf Catalogs
The Forget Me Not Spring 2012 Lookbook is Inspired by Ancient Egypt
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Kaleidoscopic Fashion Photography
Kaleidoscopic Fashion Photography
The Something Else 2013 Collection is Graphic Prints Galore
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Mismatched 90s Editorials
Mismatched 90s Editorials
The Elle Girl Japan August 2012 Free Photoshoot is a Throwback
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Otherworldly Cat Illustrations
Otherworldly Cat Illustrations
Matei Apostolescu Renders Psychedelic Images of Felines
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Oversized Psychedelic Knitwear
Oversized Psychedelic Knitwear
The Neon Patterns by Alison Woodhouse are Hypnotizing
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