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Wearable Anti-Social Buttons

Don't Disturb People Who Wear an 'I Don't Want to Talk' Badge

— August 31, 2013 — Art & Design
These anti-social buttons are not to be messed with.

If you're in need of some alone time or are just want to be left with your own thoughts, simply pin one of these buttons to your shirt and make it noticeable! These are perfect for when you need to get an assignment done, you're really into a good book, or you're just having a very anti-social day.

These funny yet strict badges are made by PortlandButtonWorks on Etsy. While all the buttons are slightly different, they all end with I Don't Want to Talk. For example, if you're in the library and need to work, wear the button that reads, 'this laptop means I don't want to talk."

The bright red will definitely catch people's attention and it'll make them think twice before tapping your shoulder.
Trend Themes
1. Anti-social Buttons - Opportunity for businesses to create a line of wearable tech that can be used to communicate directly with devices or others without the need for verbal interaction.
2. Wearable Accessories - Businesses can develop a range of wearable accessories that use technology to monitor or display the wearer's mood or intention in regards to social interaction.
3. Personal Boundaries - Opportunity for products or services that enable individuals to assert their personal boundaries in social or professional situations.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Fashion retailers can develop a line of anti-social wearables that combine style and function, meeting the demand for personal boundaries and social interaction at multiple levels.
2. Hospitality - Hotels or resorts can provide guests with anti-social badges in order to preserve a pleasant and undisturbed experience, which reinforces customer satisfaction and loyalty.
3. Office Supplies - Companies can integrate anti-social buttons into their workflow systems to enable employees to signal when they are available for interaction, which can optimize productivity and enable better collaboration.
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