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Minimalist Tech

Consumers search for fashionable tech products that are optimized for use

Implications - Wearable tech has typically been designed in accordance to consumer's aesthetic preferences; now, the fashion industry is following suit, designing high-tech accessories in accordance to consumer's preferences. Emerging accessories that double as tech products feature a minimalist look, indicating not only a demand for dual-function products that cross industries, but a more streamlined approach to technology integration in general.
Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Design - The demand for dual-function minimalist products in multiple industries highlights a trend towards simplicity and function over form.
2. Affordable High-tech Products - The desire for wearable and other functional technology at lower price points is driving the development of more affordable options for consumers.
3. Multi-use Technology - The increasing prevalence of products that serve multiple functions - such as a purse that doubles as a charging station - demonstrates a trend towards more versatile and efficient items.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry is incorporating high-tech design into their products, creating a demand for fashionable tech pieces that merge fashion and function.
2. Wearable Technology - The wearable technology industry is growing and developing in response to consumer demand for affordable and multi-use options.
3. Consumer Electronics - The development of multi-use technology is spurring innovations in the consumer electronics industry, fueling the creation of products that serve multiple needs at once.
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6 Featured, 54 Examples:
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Dec 14 — Mar 15
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Featured Examples

Slim Security Wallets
Slim Security Wallets
The Axess Fits a Surprising Amount of Money within Its RFID-Blocking Pockets
As many consumers have become overwhelmed by the number of credit cards, gift cards and loyalty cards that they’ve been acquiring, accessories like this slim security wallet support them in... MORE
Fashion Royalty Phone Cases
Fashion Royalty Phone Cases
This Patterned iPhone Case Features Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Wintour
Pixie Market’s patterned iPhone case is adorned with chic and graphic imagery. The ‘Besties’ case by Zero Gravity is adorned with an illustration that features two of the fashion... MORE
Gadget-Charging Totes
Gadget-Charging Totes
The Leoht Tote Can Power Electronic Devices
The Leoht is a high-tech tote that is equipped with a built-in battery which can be used to charge electronic devices. The battery lasts 30 days on standby and recharges wirelessly on a charging... MORE
Wallet-Friendly Fitness Watches
Wallet-Friendly Fitness Watches
The Withings Activite Pop is Functional, Attractive and Affordable
The Withings Activite Pop is a stylishly minimalist fitness tracking watch that represents a more affordable take on the much-vaunted Withings Activite watch. Whereas the original watch cost $450,... MORE
Minimalist Fitness Tracking Watches
Minimalist Fitness Tracking Watches
The Mondaine Helvetica No.1 Smart Looks Like a Classic Watch
The Mondaine Helvetica No. 1 Smart is the latest timepiece from Mondaine, and brings together the elegance and opulence of a classic, traditional watch with the fitness tracking features that many... MORE
Chic Understated Boomboxes
Chic Understated Boomboxes
The Vifa Helsinki Portable Speaker Is Cute Enough to Carry
The Vifa Helsinki portable speaker is a chic minimalist option when it comes to a movable home sound system, combining the understated charm of Scandinavian design with a dedication to craftsmanship.&... MORE

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