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Naughty Cufflinks

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Milus Introduces 'Butterfly' Accessories

— June 1, 2009 — Fashion
Milus has introduced new cufflinks, and they aren't for the timid. The 'Kama Sutra Butterfly' cufflinks portray just that, a man and woman in the kama sutra 'butterfly' position.

The Milus cufflinks also feature an image of a butterfly, and rotate like a watch. In 18K gold, it's a design that is sure to spark some conversation.

Implications - Products like this appeal to wealthy consumers with money to spare and a mischievous sense of humor. These kinds of customers are often intrigued by status symbols, and naughty luxurious products speak to that objective while also being unusually noteworthy. Companies hoping to entice this wealthier group of people will definitely want to embrace the idea of unique and/or unusual designs in order to appeal to this sensibility.
Trend Themes
1. Luxurious and Mischievous Accessories - Creating unique and unusual designs in the luxury accessories market can appeal to wealthy customers with a mischievous sense of humor.
2. Status Symbol Products - Designing luxurious and naughty products can attract affluent consumers who are intrigued by status symbols.
3. Unusually Noteworthy Designs - Embracing unique and unusual designs can help companies capture the attention of wealthier customers who seek distinctive products.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Accessories - The luxury accessories industry can thrive by offering uniquely designed and mischievous products to appeal to affluent customers.
2. Status Symbol Market - Companies in the status symbol market can seize the opportunity to create sophisticated and provocative products that attract wealthy consumers.
3. Distinctive Product Design - The distinctive product design industry can capitalize on the demand for unusual and eye-catching products amongst wealthier customers.
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