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Top 30 Boomers Trends of 2016

From Progressive Boomer Magazines to Jewelry-Inspired Wearables

— January 29, 2017 — Life-Stages
The 2016 boomer trends show that the baby boomer generation stands at an interesting point in the progression of history. On the one hand, boomers were the generation that initiated the move from the traditionalism of the 50s to the open-minded expansion of the 60s and beyond. On the other hand, technology means that cultural developments today move at a staggering pace, while boomers themselves are as old or older than the generation they supplanted with their own progressive movements.

To harmonize these two potentially contradictory positions, many products and services have arisen to keep boomers in touch with mainstream culture on their own terms. Photographer Misja Beijers' Instagram account is dedicated to showing off boomer fashions, for example, and Refigural is an online zine that documents hip boomer styles as well.

Technology has also arisen to meet the specific tastes and needs of boomers. CarePredict Tempo is a wearable device that tracks health data, yet it looks just like a classic piece of jewelry.

To learn more about the upcoming boomer trends, check out our FREE 2017 Trend Report.
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Retiree Wealth Management Services
Retiree Wealth Management Services
True Link Financial Caters to Boomers and Retirees
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Grandma-Centered Social Networks
Grandma-Centered Social Networks
The GaGa Sisterhood is a Community Social Network for Grandmas
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Confident Retiree Commercials
Confident Retiree Commercials
This Chase Commercial Shows an Eccentric Couple Preparing to Retire
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27
Playful Age-Celebrating Paperbacks
Playful Age-Celebrating Paperbacks
The 'Better After 50' Book Was Written for Boomer Women
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26
Metropolitan Retirement Towers
Metropolitan Retirement Towers
This Retirement Housing from Concert Properties is Locally Focused
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25
Empty Nester Career Resources
Empty Nester Career Resources
This Career Conference is Designed for Business Women Over 50
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24
Retiree Benefit Services
Retiree Benefit Services
'Renew' Provides Retirement Benefit Information to Boomers After Retiring
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23
Retiree Networking Events
Retiree Networking Events
The National Retirement Living Summit Discusses Elderly Demographics
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22
Solo Female Travel Communities
Solo Female Travel Communities
'Women on the Road' Serves as a Resource for Women Traveling Alone
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21
Modern Retiree Villages
Modern Retiree Villages
This Residential Development Project from the Aveo Group is Boomer-Focused
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Retirement-Loving Travel Blogs
Retirement-Loving Travel Blogs
Author Dave Bernard Explores the Value of Aging on His Website
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Habit-Forming Medication Reminders
Habit-Forming Medication Reminders
The 'Nightingale' System Coaches Users to Take Their Pills
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18
Boomer-Targeted Yoga Classes
Boomer-Targeted Yoga Classes
The 'Breathe Yoga Studio' Offers Special Classes for Boomer Women
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Profitable Boomer Expositions
Profitable Boomer Expositions
This Event Gives Brands the Chance to Sell to Consumers Over 50
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Boomer-Specific Exercise Classes
Boomer-Specific Exercise Classes
24 Hour Fitness' Active Aging Classes Help Consumers Stay Fit
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Boomer Running Groups
Boomer Running Groups
The 'FAB 50' Running Group Helps Older Women Train for a Half-Marathon
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14
Baby Boomer Festivals
Baby Boomer Festivals
This Demographic-Centered Event Features Music, Food, Beer and Autos
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13
Boomer Makeup Tutorials
Boomer Makeup Tutorials
This 50 and Over Beauty Routine is Simple and Fresh-Faced
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12
Boomer Beauty Haircare
Boomer Beauty Haircare
These Products are Designed for Enhancing Naturally Gray Hair
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11
Jewelry-Inspired Fitness Trackers
Jewelry-Inspired Fitness Trackers
The CarePredict Tempo Keeps Track of Seniors' Lifestyle Patterns
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Accessible Age-Friendly Fitness
Accessible Age-Friendly Fitness
This Ontario Company Was Made to Improve Older Adult Fitness
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Upscale Retirement Villages
Upscale Retirement Villages
The Brand 'Audley' Provides Several Properties for Retired Seniors
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Undetectable Hearing Devices
Undetectable Hearing Devices
The Starkey Hearing Amplifier is Designed as an Entry-Level Aid
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Progressive Boomer Magazines
Progressive Boomer Magazines
Refigural Gives Readers a Fearless Perspective on Aging
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6
Vanguard Boomer Fashion
Vanguard Boomer Fashion
Accidental Icon Promotes Fashion-Forward Style for Women Over 50
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5
Progressive Retirement Villages
Progressive Retirement Villages
This Sustainable Community Focuses on Wellness and Nature
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4
Boomer-Centric Electric Bikes
Boomer-Centric Electric Bikes
'Evelo' Electric Bicycles are For Riders Aged 50 and Up
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3
Jewelry-Inspired Wearables
Jewelry-Inspired Wearables
The Iris Apfel for Wisewear Line Are Stylish Safety Tools for Seniors
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Boomer Street Style Platforms
Boomer Street Style Platforms
Photographer Misja Beijers Captures Aging Fashion Icons on Instagram
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Boomer Hair Care Collections
Boomer Hair Care Collections
White Hot Hair Embraces Aging Hair With Brightening Products
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