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Unexpected Scented

Adding a degree of interest to a product, scent is being added unexpectedly

Implications - Adding another dimension to otherwise indistinguishable products, scent is being treated as an added value onto goods. Creating an sense-engaging experience onto an existing product, changes like this add an differentiating aspect to goods and is an effective way for brands to connect more strongly with consumers.
Trend Themes
1. Multidimensional Experience - Scent is being used to add another sensory dimension to products to create a richer and more immersive consumer experience.
2. Flavor-inspired Scents - Product scents are being inspired by or modeled after popular food and beverage flavors for a playful and imaginative touch.
3. Portable Fragrance - Fragrance accessories like bracelets and necklaces are allowing consumers to carry their favorite scent on the go in a convenient and subtle way.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion designers can enhance their product offerings by incorporating scent into their designs, creating an added dimension of sensory experience for their customers.
2. Cosmetics & Personal Care - Cosmetic brands can explore incorporating playful and familiar food and beverage scents into their products to appeal to customers seeking new and unique sensory experiences.
3. Home Goods - Home goods companies can offer portable fragrance accessories as an alternative to traditional room or car fresheners, creating opportunities for consumers to customize their scent experience on the go.
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Featured Examples

Scented Confectionery Cookie Purses
Scented Confectionery Cookie Purses
These Macaron-Shaped Coin Purses Smell Like French Macarons
For those who are addicted to the sweetness of French macarons, this macaron coin purse isn’t only shaped like a macaron, but it also smells just like the delicious pastry treat. These... MORE
Soothing Scented Jewelry
Soothing Scented Jewelry
Smell Fresh and Lovely All the Time with the Fragrance Bracelet
If you’re not a fan of spray-on perfumes, wear a fragrance bracelet to carry a lovely scent with you all day. With these pieces of jewelry, you’ll never have to worry about spraying too much... MORE
Aromatic Candy Purses
Aromatic Candy Purses
Look Absolutely Irresistible with the Scented Chocolate Handbag
The Scented Chocolate Handbag is for the girl who wants her accessories to be just as sweet as she is, and for anyone who is obsessed with chocolates and candies. A classic baguette shape is... MORE
Snow Cone-Scented Necklaces
Snow Cone-Scented Necklaces
These Snow Cone Necklaces Smell Like Summer
For those people who wish for an eternal summer, firstly realize that this is impossible—then take a look at this snow cone-scented necklace (which is the next best thing.) This scented... MORE
Aroma-Analysis Accessories
Aroma-Analysis Accessories
Produce the Perfect Perfume Scent with Perfumery Tools by Andrea Strata
Consumers and businesses get to turn finding the perfect perfume scent into a sensuous experience with the Perfumery Tools designed by Andrea Strata. A series of five devices that help users to... MORE
Sugary Treat-Scented Pens
Sugary Treat-Scented Pens
Treat Your Senses to Jolly Ranchers & Twizzlers with These Scented Pens
Usually scented pens add fragrant pizzazz to your writing, but the Snifty scented pens add the fragrance of very familiar candy store goodies. The scientists in the scent labs got a little more... MORE

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