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Bourbon Barrel Eyewear

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

These Sunglasses are Made from American White Oak Wooden Barrels

— October 8, 2015 — Fashion
Bourbon whiskey connoisseurs will want to make sure to get their hands on a pair of these sunglasses made from used bourbon barrels.

The 'Bourbon Barrel Polarized Sunglasses' from Bourbon & Boots are high quality eyewear constructed from barrels used to age and store Kentucky bourbon whiskey. Each reclaimed barrel used to make these stylish wooden sunglasses was made from American White Oak grown in the American Ozark Mountains.

The wayfarer-inspired eye frames also come fitted with smoke-tinted, UV-protected polarized lens, features a small barrel design on the temple and comes equipped with a custom oak wood case for storage and transportation. What better way to enjoy your next sip of Kentucky bourbon than with a pair of shades as refined as your drink of choice?
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Fashion - The use of reclaimed materials in fashion is a disruptive innovation opportunity, offering a new way to create unique products that are environmentally friendly.
2. Upcycling - Upcycling bourbon barrels to create fashion accessories opens up opportunities to creatively repurpose materials that would otherwise be discarded, possibly inspiring new and unique products in other industries.
3. Customized Products - The use of custom oak wood cases and small barrel designs on the temple of these sunglasses highlights the opportunity to create products that cater to individual preferences and tastes.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Upcycling materials in fashion is an innovative way to create sustainable products while also appealing to consumers looking for unique designs and environmentally-friendly options.
2. Alcohol and Beverage - Repurposing bourbon barrels to create fashion accessories highlights the opportunity for businesses in the alcohol and beverage industry to find creative ways to use waste materials or byproducts from their manufacturing processes.
3. Retail - The use of custom oak wood cases for storage and transportation of the sunglasses highlights the potential for retail businesses to offer customized or personalized packaging options to consumers.
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