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Fun With Fibre Optics

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Sexy, Shimmering, Sensuous Nightlife Accessories

— March 27, 2007 — Naughty
Light up your nights (and your days) with ultra-cool, plastic fiber optic fabric that simply glows. Everything from sexy clothing to sensational tablewares is being created with glowing fiber optics to add a little pizzazz to your nightlife. LumiGram is the company behind the products shown here; its artists weave plastic fiber optics into synthetic fibers to create glowing textiles fit for every room in the home. Glow-in-the-dark potluck dinners, anyone?

Implications - Fiber optics are used throughout the entertainment and tourism industry, and homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to bring this technology home. Product designers are responding by embedding fiber optics into almost everything a homeowner could want, from textiles to decor.
Trend Themes
1. Glowing Fiber Optic Technology - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate glowing fiber optics into various products and industries.
2. Home Fiber Optic Solutions - Potential for businesses to develop innovative fiber optic products for homeowners seeking unique lighting and decor options.
3. Fiber Optics in Entertainment - Growing demand for fiber optic-infused products in the entertainment and tourism industry.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion brands to integrate fiber optic technology into clothing and accessories, creating unique glowing designs.
2. Interior Design and Home Decor - Industry potential for companies to create fiber optic-infused decor items, offering homeowners innovative lighting options and stylish conversations pieces.
3. Hospitality and Events - Opportunity for event planners and hospitality businesses to incorporate fiber optic elements into their setups and decor, enhancing the overall ambiance and experience.
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