A desire for individual expression prompts more abstract tech aesthetics
Implications - Moving away from minimalist aesthetics, consumers are turning to eccentric audio devices as a mode of expression. Providing speakers and headphones that are reflective of personal tastes and hobbies, these products signify a turn toward more familiar and approachable design, even in contemporary goods.
Trend Themes
1. Individual Expression Audio - Designing audio products that reflect personal tastes and hobbies, signifying a turn toward more familiar and approachable design.
2. Eccentric Audio Aesthetics - Moving away from minimalist aesthetics, towards unique and visually appealing designs.
3. Convenient and Portable Speakers - The demand for convenient mobility products in the speaker industry, catering to consumer's on-the-go lifestyles.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - Exploring innovative design in consumer electronics to create unique audio products that cater towards personal expression.
2. Home Decor - Integrating audio products into a home's decor has become a trend, and this presents new opportunities for audio and home decor companies.
3. Fitness Wearables - The incorporation of audio into fitness wearables is an emerging trend, and there is an opportunity to innovate with flexible design and sweat-proof materials.