As one person's junk is another man's treasure, so is a funky design!
To elaborate, something to one person may be described as a funky design, but to another person, they may perceive that same thing as a cool, hip design. Being curious as to what the accepted definition of "funky" is, I consulted two online sources.
Bartleby.com presented a few good definitions: In slang, funky means earthy and uncomplicated or natural; or characterized by originality and modishness; unconventional, bizarre; or outlandishly vulgar or eccentric in a humorous or tongue-in-cheek manner, campy.
To some, designs described as kitschy, weird, or odd, often are "categorized" or though of as "funky." It's pretty much a matter of perception. What's cool to one person is funky to another.
Quick, be a part of "funky" history ...
Mood music as you enjoy this lens :: Play that funky music!
Looking for a definition of "funky" on Wikipedia, you are redirected to the definition for "funk" which aptly discusses the origination of funk as an American musical style that originated in the mid- to late-1960s when African American performers blended soul music, soul jazz and R&B into a rhythmic, danceable new form of music.
Funky music
The epitome of Funky Designs!
A group inspired by the "funk" sound
Cool music influenced by FUNK
Funky boot bag
Hmmm, funky or cool? I thought you'd get a kick out of this. [Get it???]Actually, I'll confess--I find this Vlaemsch boot bag to be extremely FUNKY!
I spotted it a couple of places, including Wabnitz Editions.
I've seen it in an equally vivid yellow color.
Funky handbags
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Funky pumps
These Irregular Choice shoes have a lot of embellishments which tend to make them a wee bit funky--but, hey, you might think they're pretty cool!A fun and stylish pump. Leather upper with fun tassels on vamp. Cute button details. Lightly padded footbed and printed sole. Matching high heel. 3" heel.
They were originally spotted at Zappos for a wee bit over a $100.00!
Funky shoes
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Hmmm, is this funky or cool?I love the color of this Candy Calculator! It's not a bad price a £9.99 from Totally-Funky.
Be a whizz at maths with this funky pink candy calculator. Sums need never be dull again! Solid plastic construction. Includes button cell battery.
Funky earrings
Margaux Lange is an indie designer who sells her handmade designs on Etsy.HAND-made with sterling silver, Barbie doll hands and epoxy resin. Featuring a star patina effect on the cuffs and plastic gold star ring on one hand. Approximate size: 2" long. Make an impression! A fun way to introduce yourself!
Funky or cool?
Funky jewelry
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OMG, have you seen all the Harry Allen sculptural hands? These are certainly conversation pieces, if not funky designs.Take this one for example! It's the Harry Allen Om Incense Holder. I've seen these ALL over the web!
A cast of the designers hand, it is the ideal incense holder. The hand catches the ash. Easily wall mountable. Available in white Materials: 100% plastic resin.
Funky stool
Oh, I got to tell you, this is another funky item!Need a hand? Well Drinkstuff presents the hand stool! This stool could be the best hand you have ever had, so sit back and relax with a little help from us.
It's manufactured from hard-wearing ABS plastic.
Funky furniture
Yes! Furniture can be considered funky. It was spotted at Contemporary Furniture, along with other similar pieces.In fact, this piece of artsy furniture is actually described as such. It's the Cairo modern wall unit, a funky entertainment center made with stained maple veneers.
Hmmm, funky or cool? You decide.
Funky books
Funky Business: Talent Makes Capital Dance
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Funky Fabrics of the '60s
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Funky to Fabulous: Surefire Success Strategies for the Savvy, Sassy and Swamped
Amazon Price: $18.21 (as of 11/16/2009)
Funky Chunky Crocheted Accessories: More Than 60 Ways to Make & Customize Hats, Bags, Scarves, Mittens, and Slippers
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Funky Towns USA: The Best Alternative, Eclectic, Irreverent and Visionary Places
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Funky toys
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Funky Town Turtle Dancer Animated, Dancing, Singing Doll [Toy]
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Funky Chicken
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Funky Monkeys
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Funky sites
- Funk Yard
- Eeeooo! What an interesting selection of funky items.
- Contemporary Furniture
- Find some colorful and funky furniture!
- Funky Sofa
- Create your own custom look by choosing from one of the many retro, modern, contemporary and funky sofas or sofa sleepers models and add any of the easy care fabrics and let their skilled craftsmen build the sofa of your dreams.
The buzz on funky designs
- Funky Finds: Ileana's Designs
- Ileana's Designs features stylish accessories, many made using crystals and glass. My mom loves red and I can see her enjoying the You're Blushing earrings. I love the affordable Lacy Medallion earrings, as well as the Classic Necklace ...
- Must-Have Mini Speakers have funky designs
- There are tonnes of portable speakers out there for iPods and MP3 players. Most are pretty boring and drab though. But these Must-Have Mini-Speakers are quite appealing with their colors and funky designs. The pink multi-dottie, ...
- My5Bratz Creations: More Funky Fairy Projects
- I also made 2 cards using scraps and left over Vintage imagesbut I can only show you one as the other is for the next Funky Fairy Challenge (exciting things happening there) I was REALLY nervous with my first tutorial (castle album) but once I knew how to do it, they are fun and I enjoyed making "tutes" for a candle and christmas planner. Not sure how much I am going to get done the rest of this .... Previous Design Team Member. Crafty Swappers · Carrie's Creations ...
- Designs by Funky-Fever.: CU Lace ribbons - Freebie
- I'm learning to design my own scrapkits in the hope that I can make his name known as far afield as possible as my way of keeping the amazing memories I have of him alive & to raise awareness of Hypoplastic left heart syndrome which is ...
So, what do you consider to be a funky design?
Is it something from the 60s or 70s? Tell me about it! What's funky to you?
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- GrowWear GrowWear Sep 15, 2009 @ 7:03 pm
- Ah, enjoyed this funky lens! Black Eyed Peas sounding good!
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- ElizabethJeanAllen ElizabethJeanAllen Oct 22, 2008 @ 4:49 pm
- Funky--my students are funky. They say I'm too old to qualify.
Great lens
Lizzy
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