AI-generated images shape beauty and cake trends but raise concerns about unrealistic expectations

AI-generated images are increasingly influencing hair and cake design requests. Stylists like Dean Allan report clients often bring in these images, which can create unrealistic expectations. While many can still identify them as fake, the technology is improving. In the cake industry, Olivia Hua has noticed a rise in unusual requests based on AI images, such as cat-shaped cupcakes. She emphasizes that these designs can be bizarre and often unrealistic, leading to disappointment. Both professionals acknowledge AI's potential for inspiration but express concerns about its limitations. They note that AI often recycles existing ideas, which may stifle creativity and result in overly polished images that don't reflect real life.