Future Of Food & Beverage Sep 12, 2018 ... lab-grown meat | Eating 3D printed food TRENDS IN EATING TODAYYouth today want to keep it simple, and nearly nine in 10 Trendsetters in the U.S. and UK say they would rather eat food that comes from traditional sources (e.g., farming) rather than food that is technologically produced (e.g., lab-grown), while another six in 10 prefer food that is all-natural rather than sustainable. Staying healthy is also a focus among Trendsetters, as 79% in the U.S. and 73% in the UK would rather eat healthy ...
Purposeful Pop Jun 24, 2018 fashion & beauty media & entertainment activism causes and issues clothing movies music politics style TV ... which had such success that it was clear that the representation of race was more powerful than super powers. Black Panther’s success, along with its message of empowerment, is expanding globally; it’s planned to be the first movie screened publicly in theaters in Saudi Arabia after a 35-year ban. In the past decade LGBTQ representation has increased on-screen, and it’s continuing to become more mainstream and natural, rather than being a token inclusion to satisfy a PC requirement, as is diversity ...
Eco Chic Jun 22, 2018 fashion & beauty food & beverage clothing eco footwear style sustainable ... given the dwindling state of the world’s natural resources and the increasingly global nature of trade, which consumers recognize has real consequences on the health of the earth. Fashion is the world’s second most polluting industry behind oil, and the sector is responding to consumer demand and the need to differentiate themselves from competitors by pushing for innovation that makes better use of natural resources. Unlike the sustainability of the past, however, today’s version is easy on the ...
Culture Spotlight On Japan Jun 08, 2018 ... vastly popular around the world, Japanese beauty is becoming a popular alternative. K-beauty is strongly associated with maximizing steps and product usage, with cutesy packaging and loads of ingredients; emphasis on product usage was originally popularized by Japanese brands. The current Japanese beauty trend consists of minimal ingredients and a clean packaging style with the promise of being effective. The practice is focused on tradition and using natural ingredients like  ...
Culture Spotlight On Mexico Jun 05, 2018 ... Mexican movies reach its theaters at a faster rate. Pop Off: Soda Sales SlumpMexico is known for its love of Coca-Cola and sugary soft drinks, but in a notable shift, young people are embracing an all-natural alternative known as Zega-Cola. Made in a village outside Oaxaca, Mexico, the drink is quickly becoming a favorite among young people and several restaurants are swapping out Coke to offer it instead. Created by a local carpenter and flavored with a recipe of cinnamon, lavender ...
Global Music Trends Jun 03, 2018 ... music festival. New technology is finding ways to offer a more immersive feel for fans even when they aren’t attending in person, often by offering a VR component, whether it be for a music video or a full concert, to bring the sound to life. Ambisonic audio technology continues to be developed, which is a natural fit for music endeavors incorporating virtual reality, by allowing listeners to hear in 360 degrees. Even brands that aren’t known for their involvement in the music industry are ...
Global Food & Beverage Trends May 28, 2018 ... Bars While kava, a stress-reducing drink made from the powdered root of a plant of the same name, has been around for centuries and is particularly popular on Pacific islands such as Hawaii and Fiji, it's just now catching on in other regions given young people's desire for natural medicines. New York didn't have a kava bar until 2015, but now there's a growing demand for "nature's Xanax," as recently reported by The New York Times. The Big Apple now boasts several shops, including ...
Global Art & Design Trends May 26, 2018 ... Transsolar is producing an art installation imagining the scent of the sky. The Unidentified Scented Object features a staircase that winds through an artificial cloud in Paris, ending at the entrance of a glass cube filled with Cartier’s scent L’Envol. Our Senses: An Immersive Experience The American Museum of Natural History in NYC produced the Our Senses: An Immersive Experience to take visitors through 11 rooms themed to the human senses—far beyond just sight, smell ...
Control Center Mar 25, 2018 health & wellness technology quantified self ... test 45 gene variants and provide insight into three lifestyle components: fitness and diet, sports, and wellbeing. The comprehensive report details each body’s aptitude for endurance sports vs. power sports; natural recovery time between physical activities; a breakdown of nutritional needs, including metabolism of specific elements and vitamin needs; and more. Results contribute to a personalized plan to be used for athleticism, wellness, and a better understanding of what each body requires to ...
Control Center 21+ Mar 25, 2018 health & wellness technology quantified self ... test 45 gene variants and provide insight into three lifestyle components: fitness and diet, sports, and wellbeing. The comprehensive report details each body’s aptitude for endurance sports vs. power sports; natural recovery time between physical activities; a breakdown of nutritional needs, including metabolism of specific elements and vitamin needs; and more. Results contribute to a personalized plan to be used for athleticism, wellness, and a better understanding of what each body requires to ...