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Steampunk Writing Utensils

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The ‘Montblanc Fountain Pen’ is an Expensive Investment

— August 15, 2012 — Luxury
A nice pen is something you give as a graduation pressent or as a gift to a close friend, and these ‘Montblanc Fountain Pens’ are a prime example of what a high-class pen should look like.

Montblanc pens are a sign of luxury that will last you a lifetime. These high quality pens are each intricately designed with a craftsmanship that you do not see to often. Montblanc’s lastest series of pens are rumoured to be called the 'Skeleton' collection, with pens that can cost you anywhere from $20,000 to $88,000 for just one!

Upon closer inspection you can see why these go for so much; each pen has its own unique design and detail engraved tip. You can purchase one of these pens on eBay right now if you are willing to make such an investment.
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Luxury Writing Instruments - Luxury writing utensils that are tailor-made with intricate and exclusive designs can be a new trend in personalized items for the high-end market.
2. Integration of Technology in Luxury Writing Instruments - A new trend could be integrating advanced technology such as electronic stylus or ink color switches in luxury writing pens, elevating the user experience and functionality.
3. Sustainable Luxury Writing Instruments - A trend could be for luxury writing instrument companies to use sustainable or eco-friendly materials in their designs, tapping into the conscious consumer market.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Goods - The luxury goods industry can benefit from creating exclusive, personalized and eco-friendly writing instruments to further entice high-end customers and increase revenue.
2. Technology - Technology companies can partner with luxury writing instrument brands to integrate advanced features that elevate the writing experience, creating innovative and unique product offerings.
3. Personal Accessories - Personal accessories companies can delve into creating and marketing personalized luxury writing utensils as an extension of their existing offerings to attract more affluent customers.
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