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The Future of Laundry

New laundry concepts challenge traditional cleaning technology

Implications - Even simple acts like clothes laundering can become more sustainable and imaginative, with some concepts challenging the status quo of habitual living. Catering to environmental buffs are eco-friendly laundry pillows and detergent-free washing machines, while other designs like Nudie Jeans, completely eliminate the need for washing. The BraBaby protects delicates, while the Whirlpool laundry systems take the stress out of sorting by doing it for you.

Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Laundry Solutions - The rise of eco-friendly laundry solutions offers disruptive innovation opportunities for alternative laundry systems that provide sustainable solutions without compromising the quality of the wash.
2. Travel-friendly Laundry Products - Emerging travel and airport protocols have fueled the creation of innovative and mobile laundry products designed for travel purposes, thus presenting an opportunity to create more portable and efficient laundry detergent formats.
3. Less Water Consumption - The growing concern over conservation of water resources presents disruptive innovation opportunities for laundry systems and detergents that require less water while maintaining the quality of the wash.
Industry Implications
1. Laundry Manufacturing Industry - Laundry detergent manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendly laundry products to provide sustainable solutions for customers while maximizing profits through cost management and market differentiation.
2. Travel Accessories Industry - Innovative and mobile laundry products can be created by travel accessory manufacturers to cater to consumers seeking travel-friendly and efficient laundry solutions.
3. Water Conservation Industry - Water conservation-focused organizations can collaborate with manufacturers to create laundry systems and detergents that require less water per wash while still maintaining washing efficiency, which will resonate with consumers who care about reducing water waste.
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Featured Examples

Nudie Jeans
Nudie Jeans
Denim You Don't Wash
If your anything like me, the comeback of the 80's high-waisted jean is a rather daunting trend. But here's one pair of jeans that will make jumping on the bandwagon a little bit easier. NEWDIE'S! These… MORE
Futuristic Laundry Stations
Futuristic Laundry Stations
The Whirlpool Body Box Sorts Clothes by Fabric and Colour
Laundry is boring, so it makes me pleasantly surprised to see the the Whilpool Bodybox concept which takes the boredom of washing machines to a new, epic level. The concept is a more futuristic take on… MORE
Detergent-Free Washing Machines
Detergent-Free Washing Machines
Environmentally Friendly Laundry
I would be a happy home maker if I never had to do laundry. I'm so pathetic with laundry I once got a pair of my g-strings clogged in the pipes and had to call a repair man to fish them out amongst all… MORE
Eco-Friendly Laundry Pillow
Eco-Friendly Laundry Pillow
Detergent-Free Washing
Washing your dirty scrubs in an eco-friendly way seems to be the new fad among the environmentally friendly. Germany company, eVisionTeam has launched it's "Öko-Waschkissen," or "eco-laundry pillow" that… MORE
Disposable Underwear
Disposable Underwear
OneDerWear
OneDerWear is a company that supllies disposable product's, underwear being one of those. Designed for travelling, because once you get off that 5 hr flight all you really want to do is throw out your… MORE
Whirlpool Laundry Wall
Whirlpool Laundry Wall
Are you tired of separating your laundry whites from your colour clothes? Does it take to much chore and time for you? Not a problem anymore! Whirlpool's creative design offers a visually interesting solution… MORE
Paper Laundry Detergent
Paper Laundry Detergent
Don't Let Airport Security Stop You
Airports have tightened up their security, especially when it comes to liquids. Now you can travel worry-free with your laundry detergent. For about $6, you get 30 ocean-scented laundry soap sheets. Just… MORE