Goldleaf Burgers – $175 Wallstreet Kobe Burger (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) We were excited about the first $100 hamburger, then astounded at the $5,000 Fleur Burger at Mandalay Bay in Vegas. But after the caviar burger and the $170 Kobe beef burger from Burger King this $175 burger from a New York eatery lacks appeal.

It’s not just exciting anymore. When something become…

Manimals – Animals of the Chinese Zodiac (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Remember that 1990’s show which had a super sleuth transform into different animals? Well ‘Manimals’ is not exactly related, but does share the name. Manimals is an exhibit by artist Daniel Lee. Drawing inspiration from the Chinese Zodiac, Lee has created portraits of people in likeness to the anima…

Tip Shoes – Footwear for Strippers

(TrendHunter.com) Whoever invented these stripper shoes is a genius. The 7 inchers come with a clear, see-through platform and a slot in the hollowed out bottom portion of the toes with the word “Tips” clearly spells out their purpose. As obviously as possible, the shoes send a message the most drunken men couldn…

Sexy Bakers Revive Office Tea Trolleys – Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Campaign (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain has just launched an online campaign to bring back the office tea trolley, a much missed tradition in the UK.

The campaign has a dedicated micro site which allows visitors to create and sign an office petition, view campaign videos and even win a tea trolley for the office (a…

Dancing Chips – Terra Chips Activated by Clapping (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Terra Chips are really unusual chips. While in their bags, these Japanese chips jump around when you clap, make a loud noise or shout at them. The bags are battery-operated and they sell for $14.00.

These chips could come in handy on a lazy Friday afternoon at the office when you’re just looking…

Overly Stimulating Ads – Swedish McDonalds Coffee Ads (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Featuring cheesy family shots and corny music just won’t make the cut for Swedish McDonald’s commercials. In a way, it only makes sense to develop something as outrageous as this.

Since McDonalds has pervaded every urban city on this planet (hasn’t it?), people don’t notice it anymore. It’s like a…

Giant Human Nest – Benjamin Verdonck’s Skyscraper Nest (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Benjamin Verdonck is living in a giant nest hanging from a high-rise building in Rotterdam. The Belgian man says he will be there until May 22nd.

Judging by the images in the gallery, the nest looks like it was made out of twigs as well as more resistant and durable materials.

Benjamin built thi…

14 Fake Taxidermy Mounts (SUPER GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) OK, I can’t hold off any longer. As a tribute to my love of fake taxidermy, I’ve created this list of the top 10 faux animal heads mounts. They range from classy white cast antlers and gorgeous chandeliers to goofy robots and complete fantasy creations.

For reference, my fascination goes back to l…

Online Love for London Mayor – I Did Not Vote For Boris (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) London has a new mayor, and the story of how he got elected is very interesting. A ton of people thought it would be funny to vote for someone called Boris Johnston (see video); in fact, so many that he actually got in!

The web is alive with sites dedicated to Boris or Bo Jo. The blog roll is real…

Geeky Kamasutra – Positions For IT People (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) We all know that geeks love their gadgets, but according to this funny illustration of love positions for IT People, maybe they love them a little too much…

The hilarious picture which is floating across the tech-loving blogosphere shows a young geek apparently trying to open his PC tower case de…

Interactive Gaming Urinals – Place to Pee (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) If you’re into gaming, then clearly, this is the “Place to Pee.”

In this interactive, sensor-filled toilet, the better your aim, and the stronger your stream, the higher your chances of winning the game.

Two Belgian entrepreneurs came up with the innovative idea to combine their addiction t…

22 Fashionable Weapons for Women (SUPER GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Guns, grenades and other weapons were typically designed for men, but now that women are more involved in combat, both in Hollywood and in real life, an influx of stylish weaponry has hit the market. While not all of the following stylish items are actually functional, all are inspired by weaponry. …

Slimming Fitness Sandals – FitFlops (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) Just in time for summer, here’s a sandal that helps you tone up your gams. FitFlop recreates the feeling of walking barefoot in the sand, working the calf, hamstring, thigh and gluteus muscles. The multi-density foam soles also have health benefits like reducing joint strain and possibly aiding with…

Felt Animal Trophies – Feltidermy (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) These whimsical, felt animal trophies made me smile the first time I saw them. The handcrafted beasties are the creation of girlsavage. These custom plaques are sure to please animal lovers and those who share the designer’s impish personality.

Girlsavage says, “I still love to create things that …

Controverisal Fashion for the Blind – Braille Tees

(TrendHunter.com) If one day you decide to wear the Blind Tee, designed by Barbara Loomis, do not blame the visually-impaired for reaching out to touch your breasts. Chances are, he only wants to decipher the message written on your clothing.

Because the blind can and do appreciate art, it is with designs like the …

Sliding Catwalks – Neon Makes Strutting Even Harder (VIDEO)

(TrendHunter.com) Massive gloves, rockin’ bathing suits and heart-shaped glasses skid across the catwalk for Neon’s fall/winter 2008 show. Models may have had a harder time balancing even though stilettos were replaced by flats for this the technologically advanced moving sidewalk. With a strong focus on urban be…

Self-Punishing, Eco Clothing – CO2 Corset

(TrendHunter.com) In the popular Dan Brown story, The Davinci Code, a character named Silas practices corporal mortification (wears a metal cilice and flogs himself) to “cleanse” his spirit. This piece of clothing reminds me of that but, without the eternal damnation part. Kristin O’Friel, a student at the NYU art sc…

PMS Voodoo Dolls – Uterus Felt Pin Cushion

(TrendHunter.com) That time of the month can get to be more than a downer for many women. It’s no wonder mensturation is often called “The Curse”. Well, with aBitaBite’s hand-crafted, anatomically correct uterus pin cushion, women can now exact revenge without feeling the need to rip out their organs. They can stab p…

Dual Heel Shoes – Alexander McQueen’s Geisha-Style Footwear

(TrendHunter.com) These shoes were designed by Alexander McQueen, and look as though they were inspired by the recently popular, traditional Japanese Geisha look.

I have to say I have never seen anything more hideous than this double-planked aberration.

“I’m surprised he actually got a model to wear (and probab…

Evil Celebrity Clowns – Famous Faces Digitally Repainted at Worth1000 (GALLERY)

(TrendHunter.com) If you suffer from coulrophobia, (exaggerated fear of clowns) stay away from this gallery, because these are not just clowns, they are evil, celebrity clowns!

Worth1000.com, a very cool art and and multi-media site, are always running fun PhotoShop contests. This time, they held a contest seeking …