The new "trio" pins set is made of three pins, with a traffic-light-appearance, that aims at signalling your status to people who share the code with you...
Which code? if wearing the three pins together it appears almost immediately: they are mimicking the little window buttons of mac OS operating system.
The pins are the Xmas 07 proposal by Unconfessable Ideas, an Italy-based Apple lovers company.
Price: 3 euros, sold on the website.
Implications - Consumers are looking for products that feature a relatable element. No longer satisfied with items that simply complete a practical function, customers are attracted to items that also work towards creating a deeper connection. Companies trying to increase their appeal could focus on this when coming out with their newest designs.
Trio Pins
Signalling Dots with a Mac Flavour
Trend Themes
1. Mac-inspired Accessories - Opportunity for companies to create products with a relatable element that go beyond practical function.
2. Status Signalling Products - Opportunity for companies to create products that signal a user's status to others in a unique way.
3. Traffic Light-inspired Design - Opportunity for companies to incorporate traffic light-inspired design into their products for a fun and playful touch.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Opportunity for fashion brands to create accessories that signal a user's status through unique and relatable design.
2. Tech Accessories - Opportunity for tech accessory companies to incorporate playful design elements, such as Mac-inspired accessories and traffic light-inspired design.
3. Gifts and Novelties - Opportunity for companies creating gifts and novelties to incorporate unique and relatable design elements that go beyond practical function.