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Other Names: Demo-making, Sceners

The Demoscene is a non-commercial, international computing subculture primarily centered in Europe focused on creating "demos," which are self-contained, non-interactive audiovisual computer programs. It is an aesthetic focused on demonstrating extreme technical and artistic skill, often achieved under severe software constraints. Originating in the 1980s among programmers who sought to showcase their talents by manipulating hardware, the Demoscene became a form of digital art and a unique aesthetic philosophy.

As a philosophy, the Demoscene differs fundamentally from traditional media art. The traditional artist asks what technology is needed to realize a concept, while the Demoscener asks what artistic feat can be achieved with the existing hardware and its physical restrictions.

Source Found: https://aesthetics.fandom.com/wiki/Demoscene

Other Names: Fall Tones, Autumn Tones, and Flat Autumn Design

Earth Tones is a visual design aesthetic that was popular from roughly 1973 to 1984, succeeding Corporate Hippie, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age, Googie, and Raygun Gothic. It is characterized by dark colors, most notably brown, yellow, and orange. Most Earth Tone designs (such as artwork and logos) consist of using simple geometric shapes with a variety of light colors. Rounded Supergraphic shapes such as circles and semi-circles are also common. Earth Tones originated in the 1970s, replacing the ornate Mid-Century styles of the 1950s–60s, and quickly became one of the most commonly associated design factors of the decade. Following the 1973 oil crisis and economic recession, fashion and design began to favor convenience over Mid-Century lavishness. This was also a factor in the "used future" look of Supergraphic Ultramodern.

Source Found: https://aesthetics.fandom.com/wiki/Earth\_Tones

Art Deco revival in the context of the burgeoning disco scene (Studio 54), filled with bright and vibrant colors, geometric typefaces, some psychedelic imagery

Indiecraft is an aesthetic that emerged in the mid-2000s alongside Hipness Purgatory, in which they both share common aspects. It's characterized by its heavy emphasis on handcrafted imagery (ex. collage and maquettes), charming and cozy atmosphere utilizing warm colors, and childlike imagination using techniques like stop motion and 3D illustrations of papercraft-like objects (especially in video games).

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And also the co-founder of the CARI wiki (Consumer Aesthetics Research Institute)

Technozen is an aesthetic primarily inspired by the aesthetics of mid-late 2000s Japanese technology. It can be described as cold, sterile, and professional looking, and at the same time, cozy, friendly, and cute. It is described as a sub-aesthetic of Frutiger Aero; however, Technozen is largely evocative of Japanese design while Frutiger Aero has influences from the United States, Korea, Japan, and elsewhere.

PSA: Some people had misconceptions of what technozen is and diffuse it with the Frutiger Eco Aesthetic! So what's the difference?

Technozen: White, Blue and Matcha Minimalism vibes, related to Zen and Plants and Technology Inspired

Frutiger Eco: Futuristic Blobby Green Interiors, related to the environment elements, glossy green materials and technology

Tumbette is a fashion aesthetic that emerged on TikTok in early 2024, characterized by the fusion of the hyper-feminine Coquette aesthetic with the stereotypically masculine style associated with the "corridos tumbados" music genre. The name is a portmanteau of "tumbado" and "coquette," a term coined and popularized by TikTok user and fashion stylist @h0tpleb3.

The aesthetic is a celebration of cultural and gender fluidity, particularly within a modern Mexican and Mexican-American context. It seeks to harmonize what are often seen as opposing styles—the rugged, streetwear-influenced look of the tumbado scene and the delicate, romantic look of the coquette trend. As its creator stated, the style is "for those who like both Natanael Cano and Lana Del Rey.

Other Words: Welwitschia Emo, Facebook Alt, Whimsical Emo, Whimsy Emo

Welwitschia Goth is a highly specific gothic aesthetic that fuses the morbid innocence of childhood motifs with the digital decay and distortion of the early 2000s Emo and Mallgoth subcultures, popular approximately between the early 2000s and early 2010s.

The aesthetic revolves around the central tension of being creepy but beautiful, using elements such as cracked dolls, butterflies, and lace contrasted with blood, decay, and severe grunge textures.

The term itself was coined retroactively by TikTok user @flipflapperin in early 2023 to categorize this visual style that was popular among teenagers on sites like MySpace, Facebook, and DeviantArt.

Tropideco is a design aesthetic prominent in the 1990s and early 2000s. It is characterized by the commercialized simulation of tropical environments, commonly found in shopping malls, water parks, and themed restaurants like Rainforest Cafe. Unlike the Tiki style of the 1950s which focused on Polynesian pop-culture, Tropideco utilizes varied and frequently exaggerated motifs such as neon lighting, fiberglass foliage, and cartoonish marine life to create a hyper-saturated and synthetic "vacation" vibe.

1. Soft Animal Kitsch / Soft Zoo Kitsch- refers to a style of whimsical, sentimental, or deliberately tacky animal-themed decor and art popular in mid-century design, often featuring exaggerated, cutesy, or bright, unnatural colors. Common examples include 1950s chalkware, kitschy ceramic cats, deer planters, and anthropomorphic animal illustrations.

2. Googie Kitsch- Revival of the playful side of mid-century modern design (eg. colorful George Nelson clocks, boomerang tables), Googie motifs, general 1950's advertising vernacular & pop culture kitsch. Emerged in hip Pacific Punk Wave design circles mainly in the late 1970s, peaking in various forms & fields throughout the late 20th century, until petering out by the early 2000s. The slightly later 'lounge' revival (late 1980s/early 1990s) while having overlapping elements, could be seen as a distinct aesthetic since it pulls from some different sources (1960s bachelor pad style, exotica & tiki culture, animal prints).

3. American Kitsch- is an aesthetic style that was prevalent in the United States in magazine covers, movie posters, billboards, advertisements, and propaganda from the 1920s to the 1960s. The most famous illustrator of this style is Norman Rockwell, who created magazine covers for the The Saturday Evening Post for nearly five decades. His illustrations captured the essence of everyday American life, often depicting heartwarming scenes of everyday moments in America. Frances Tipton Hunter was another illustrator who used a style similar to Norman Rockwell. She also worked for the The Saturday Evening Post and many other magazines between the 1920s and 1950s.

4. Funfair Kitsch- often called Carnival Ride Art, is a vibrant, visually loud aesthetic centered on the colorful, gaudy, and nostalgic imagery of traveling funfairs, carnivals, and amusement parks. It is characterized by excessive, cheerful, and sometimes "tacky" artistic styles, featuring intense, bright colors and playful, sentimental, or surreal themes.

5. Kitsch Las Vegas- refers to the visual culture of Las Vegas that is seen as tacky, over-the-top, and strange and are often parodied in popular culture. This is based on Las Vegas being the center for gambling and alcohol, which leads to people making ostentatious purchases. Additionally, the casinos need to bring spectacle to draw in visitors, leading to themed architecture and flashy visual culture. Much of the iconography of Vegas, such as neon signs and musical entertainment, were established in the 1950s, an era associated with Kitsch.

6. Diner Kitsch- Baby Boomer & Silent Generation revival of various 1940s-1950s cultural iconography, design, and kitsch associated with diner, drive-in's and malt shop culture. Jukeboxes, poodle skirts, 1950s advertising kitsch, neon, chromed-out automobiles, metallic paneling, 'American Graffiti'-style fonts.

7. Catholic Kitsch- Catholic Kitsch is a visual aesthetic characterized by mass-produced, sentimental, and often brightly colored religious objects and imagery associated with Roman Catholic devotion. The term "kitsch," from a German word for trash, is often used derisively, but in this context, it describes a specific category of accessible, popular religious art that is distinct from the formal, "high art" commissioned by the Church. The aesthetic is a central part of "lived religion" for many Catholics, with its objects serving as tangible, everyday reminders of faith within the home and personal spaces. It is an amalgam of the religious and the secular, often blending sacred iconography with the materials and styles of popular commercial culture.

Cybertwee is an aesthetic and online art movement founded in 2014 by artists Gabriella Hileman, May Waver, and Violet Forest. It originated as a deliberate counterpoint to the traditionally masculine, cynical, and often stark tone of Cyberpunk. The aesthetic reinterprets technology through a lens of softness, cuteness, and femininity, challenging the notion that power is lost in tenderness. It prioritizes sincerity, empathy, and emotional expression within digital and technological contexts, contrasting with the emphasis on mechanical efficiency often seen in tech and its surrounding community/industry.

Cybertwee is characterized by pastel colors, particularly pink and purple, along with glitter, holographic elements, and kawaii imagery. It blends conventionally feminine signifiers like lace, ruffles, and flowers with technological motifs such as microchips, plastic, wearable tech, and illuminated elements like LEDs. The movement also embraces a deliberate DIY aesthetic, often utilizing emojis and gentle selfies as forms of self-expression.

It draws inspiration from 1980s and 1990s twee music, which was a softer alternative to punk's aggressive tones, and revisits the utopian technology visuals of the late 1990s with an optimistic and often nostalgic outlook. The collective engages in projects, such as hosting virtual galleries and conducting workshops, aiming to make technology and digital spaces more inviting and accessible to femme-identified individuals and all genders who wish to explore conventionally "girly" aesthetics.

Toyism (Dutch: Toyisme) is an international art movement founded in 1992 in Emmen, Netherlands by the artist Dejo. It is characterized by a collective approach to creating diverse contemporary art. The artists operate as a collective, rather than as separate individuals, emphasizing that the artworks are paramount, not the individual creators. Artists joining the group select a pseudonym beginning with an unused letter of the alphabet and create an avatar, concealing their identities with masks to focus attention on the art.

Toyism utilizes figurative storytelling, employing distinct, unmixed colors that stand out against each other. Dotting techniques and a high level of craftsmanship are consistently present. The art addresses contemporary subjects, often presenting a joyful appearance that conceals a serious underlying message.

The artist group associated with Toyism has varied in composition over the years, with dozens of artists worldwide now connected to the collective. The movement's manifesto, "Mother," written by Dejo, outlines the principles guiding the art, though its contents are kept secret and only known to Toyist members. The artworks are considered "children" of "Mother" and one or more "parents" (the artists), reflecting a blend of collective and individual creativity.

Geo-Boho is a graphic and interior design aesthetic from the 2010s that was originally named and is often confused with the Boho-Chic fashion trend of the 2000s.[1][2] It arose shortly after the Great Recession and coalesced various distinct graphical trends to form a loose, but distinctive hipster style. It was coincidentally associated with a particular strand of Recession Pop that would later be derided under the term "Millennialcore".

Geo-Boho is a graphic and interior design aesthetic from the 2010s that was originally named and is often confused with the Boho-Chic fashion trend of the 2000s.[1][2] It arose shortly after the Great Recession and coalesced various distinct graphical trends to form a loose, but distinctive hipster style. It was coincidentally associated with a particular strand of Recession Pop that would later be derided under the term "Millennialcore".