Trendopoly — March 19, 2007 — Unique
References: newscientisttech & neatorama
The 80's are back with a vengeance and surely neon fashion can't be far behind. And just in time, scientists have developed full-color glow-in-the-dark fabrics, sure to be all the rage in the fashion world!
Implications - The way the fabrics work is by using phosphorescent materials that absorb energy through light. The materials are able to reuse the light's energy over and over again for long periods of time. The idea is still a work in progress but the scientist Saito and his lab partners Naoki Adachi and Hiroyasu Kondo are discovering new things every day. The glow-in-the-dark fabrics would make for some awesome clothing that would look really cool at a rave party!
Implications - The way the fabrics work is by using phosphorescent materials that absorb energy through light. The materials are able to reuse the light's energy over and over again for long periods of time. The idea is still a work in progress but the scientist Saito and his lab partners Naoki Adachi and Hiroyasu Kondo are discovering new things every day. The glow-in-the-dark fabrics would make for some awesome clothing that would look really cool at a rave party!
Trend Themes
1. Glow-in-the-dark Fashion - The trend of using phosphorescent materials to create full-color glow-in-the-dark fabrics for fashion is disrupting the fashion industry.
2. Rave Wear - The trend of using glow-in-the-dark fabrics may revolutionize the rave and party wear market.
3. New Materials for Textiles Industry - The trend of using phosphorescent materials as an alternative to traditional dyes and pigments may disrupt the textile industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry has the potential for growth by exploring and expanding clothing options using glow-in-the-dark fabrics.
2. Rave and Party Wear - The rave and party wear industry may benefit greatly by incorporating glow-in-the-dark fabrics into their designs.
3. Textiles - Phosphorescent materials may become a new category of dye in the textile industry, replacing traditional pigments and dyes.
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