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Elegant Assistance

Products designed for the impaired take on a luxurious tone

Implications - The post-credit crunch obsession with prestige and stature continues to take hold of multiple industries, with its reach evidenced by the wave of elegant assistance gear for those with impairments. This shift toward luxury in such a seemingly functional field signifies a shift in priorities toward identity and adornment.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury in Functional Fields - The shift toward luxury in functional fields signifies a shift in priorities toward identity and adornment.
2. Innovative Assistive Technology - Assistive technology is being innovated to improve the quality of life for people with impairments.
3. Tactile Technology - Tactile technology is being developed to assist the visually impaired to navigate their environment.
Industry Implications
1. Assistive Technology - Assistive technology is being improved with innovation to develop more products for people with impairments.
2. Luxury Goods - Luxury goods are now expanding to functional industries, prioritizing identity and adornment.
3. Smart Wearables - Smart wearables are being developed for people with impairments, using tactile technology to improve their quality of life.
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4 Featured, 32 Examples:
338,305 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Dec 13 — Mar 15
Trending:
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