As individual health concerns rise, body-worn purifiers take precedence
Implications - As urban populations rise and pollution levels follow suit, consumer health concerns are seeing a steep incline. Brands are soothing concerns with air purifiers that are designed for the individual, more convenient use, signifying a shift in wearable, personalized technology converged with a desire for holistic health.
Trend Themes
1. Individual-focused Air Purifiers - Consumer health and increasing pollution levels have led to brands shifting towards personalized air purifiers for individuals' use, opening up opportunities for wearable air purifiers.
2. Air-purifying Accessories and Wearables - The Smog Free Project from Dutch designer Dan Roosegaarde involves accessories made from smog and wearable air purifiers, which not only serve as accessories but also purify the air, resulting in innovative and sustainable fashion.
3. Intuitive and Portable Air Filtration - With traditional air purifiers being stationary, the advent of portable and wearable purifiers like the Breathe Device provides ease of mobility and the opportunity for people to breathe clean air wherever they go, paving the way for intuitive and portable air filtration systems.
Industry Implications
1. Wearable Technology - Brands can focus on developing wearable air purifiers and intuitive filtration systems to cater to the increasing demand for personalized and portable air purifiers.
2. Health and Wellness - The increasing health concerns due to pollution levels pave the way for the creation of air-purifying accessories and wearable technology that cater to individual needs, especially in urban areas.
3. Eco-friendly Fashion - With the Smog Free Project blurring the lines between fashion and technology, the possibility for more innovative and sustainable fashion items can be created by repurposing everyday materials into air-purifying accessories.
