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Credit Crunch Jewels

Buy & Sell Diamonds, Then Share Stories on IDoNowIDont.com

— June 9, 2009 — Lifestyle
In these times of recession, people just can’t let those unused engagement and wedding rings go to waste. With the I Do Now I Don’t website, users can sell old diamonds and buy new ones while swapping sob stories of being left at the altar.

Buyers can go to I Do Now I Don’t and bid on second-hand rings for their big days, while reading the stories of these unused jewels, making sure the divorce curse doesn’t reach your finger.

Check about the gallery above for a preview of what you can find at IDoNowIDont.com.
Trend Themes
1. Online Second-hand Jewel Market - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform that specializes in selling and buying second-hand jewelry, providing a secure and trusted marketplace.
2. Storytelling in E-commerce - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an online marketplace that allows users to share personal stories associated with the products they are selling or buying, creating a more engaging and emotional shopping experience.
3. Recession Economy Services - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer services that cater to consumers looking to save or make money during a recession, such as providing platforms for selling unused or unwanted items.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new features to e-commerce platforms to enhance the buying and selling experience, such as incorporating storytelling elements or specialized markets for specific products.
2. Jewelry - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate the jewelry industry by creating alternative channels for buying and selling second-hand jewelry, tapping into the growing demand for sustainable and affordable options.
3. Social Networking - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine social networking with e-commerce by incorporating features that allow users to share personal stories and experiences related to products, enhancing engagement and building trust.
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