Gabe Ferreira's Giant Mirror Mocks Obsession with the Mirror Selfie
Laura McQuarrie — April 19, 2014 — Art & Design
References: gabeferreira & taxi
The 'Screen Identity' iPhone mirror by Gabe Ferreira is a funny project that pokes fun at the mirror selfie phenomenon, quite literally reflecting this generation's sense of self.
The mirror stands tall as a 7' wooden mirror, made to look just like a giant black iPhone. As tongue-in-cheek as the mirror may be, there's enough glass to get a good look at yourself and there are probably plenty of people who wish they could own one of these iPhone mirrors, since they would certainly be great for snapping outfit of the day selfies.
Screen Identity shows a growing obsession with phones and as described by Ferreira, gazing at your reflection in the mirror is like being "trapped inside a mirrored screen."
The mirror stands tall as a 7' wooden mirror, made to look just like a giant black iPhone. As tongue-in-cheek as the mirror may be, there's enough glass to get a good look at yourself and there are probably plenty of people who wish they could own one of these iPhone mirrors, since they would certainly be great for snapping outfit of the day selfies.
Screen Identity shows a growing obsession with phones and as described by Ferreira, gazing at your reflection in the mirror is like being "trapped inside a mirrored screen."
Trend Themes
1. Mirror Selfie Obsession - The giant phone-shaped mirrors highlight the growing obsession with mirror selfies and offer potential for innovative mirror designs that cater to this trend.
2. Phone-inspired Home Decor - The popularity of the 'Screen Identity' mirror suggests an opportunity for phone-inspired home decor items that reflect our modern tech-centric lifestyles.
3. Reflecting Phone Addiction - The mirror's concept of being 'trapped inside a mirrored screen' provokes thoughts on exploring innovative solutions to address phone addiction and promote mindful technology use.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The giant phone-shaped mirrors can disrupt the home decor industry by introducing unique and playful mirror designs that incorporate phone-inspired elements.
2. Fashion and Accessories - Fashion and accessory brands can capitalize on the mirror selfie trend by creating mobile phone-inspired accessories and clothing items that complement mirror selfies.
3. Mental Health and Technology - The concept of the mirror as a reflection of our phone addiction opens opportunities for mental health professionals and technology companies to develop interventions and tools for digital well-being.
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