A $400 Time Capsule?
Jeremy Gutsche — April 3, 2007 — Luxury
References: compact-impact & luxist
The Angelshare single bottle cellar is a $400 cellar designed to provide temperature and humidity control for just one special bottle of wine. The idea is that the cellar acts as a time capsule for that 'one' special bottle of wine.
Implications - When it comes to catching the eye of richest of consumers, there is no such thing as a product that is too luxurious or too impressive. Concepts like efficiency or discretion are not as important when you are creating a status symbol, and products such as this are a perfect example of how stripping away concerns like cost-effectiveness can only add to the allure of a product rather than take away from it.
Implications - When it comes to catching the eye of richest of consumers, there is no such thing as a product that is too luxurious or too impressive. Concepts like efficiency or discretion are not as important when you are creating a status symbol, and products such as this are a perfect example of how stripping away concerns like cost-effectiveness can only add to the allure of a product rather than take away from it.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Wine Accessories - Creating high-end and luxurious accessories for wine connoisseurs is a trend that caters to the affluent consumer market.
2. Time Capsule Products - Designing products that act as time capsules for special items, like wine, creates a sense of nostalgia and exclusivity.
3. Status Symbol Collection - Developing products that serve as status symbols, disregarding cost-effectiveness, appeal to consumers looking to showcase their wealth and extravagance.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Goods - The luxury goods industry can capitalize on the demand for exclusive and high-end wine accessories, such as single bottle cellars.
2. Wine Cellar Design - The wine cellar design industry can explore the concept of time capsule products, creating unique storage solutions for enthusiasts who want to preserve special bottles of wine.
3. Personalization and Customization - The personalization and customization industry can cater to consumers who seek unique and extravagant status symbol collections, offering products that showcase individual taste and style.
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