Chris Eckert's Armageddon Art is Surprisingly Functional
Michael Hines — April 13, 2011 — Art & Design
References: chriseckert & walyou
Artist Chris Eckert has designed two explosive fashion statements that are bound to both shock and intrigue you. The Armageddon Cap is a grenade-shaped hat designed to instantly turn you into a human hand grenade. The accompanying Armageddon Handbag is equally as violent and is designed to look like a bomb.
Eckert was inspired to create the Armageddon Cap after he was given a haiku from recording artist pc muñoz, who told him to create a work of art as a response. The haiku was all about shopping for a hat for the end of the world, which naturally led to the creation of the Armageddon Cap, and later the Armageddon Handbag.
Both the cap and handbag can be seen as a reflection of the violent times we live in. Chris Eckert's Armageddon handbag is especially cool as I could actually see women flocking to something as unique and bizarre as this.
Eckert was inspired to create the Armageddon Cap after he was given a haiku from recording artist pc muñoz, who told him to create a work of art as a response. The haiku was all about shopping for a hat for the end of the world, which naturally led to the creation of the Armageddon Cap, and later the Armageddon Handbag.
Both the cap and handbag can be seen as a reflection of the violent times we live in. Chris Eckert's Armageddon handbag is especially cool as I could actually see women flocking to something as unique and bizarre as this.
Trend Themes
1. Functional Fashion - There is an opportunity to create fashion items that serve a functional purpose beyond aesthetics.
2. Violence-inspired Art - There is a growing trend of artists creating provocative art that reflects the violent times we live in.
3. Crossover Items - There is an opportunity to combine two unrelated items into a single, eye-catching product.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Designers can explore new ways to incorporate functional elements into their fashion items, while still maintaining a sense of style.
2. Art - Artists can push the boundaries and create thought-provoking pieces that address current social and political issues, such as violence and warfare.
3. Accessories - Companies can create innovative and unique accessories by combining unexpected elements, such as turning a bomb into a handbag.
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