The Braille clothes tags are a simplistic yet innovative way to help the visually impaired become even more self-sufficient.
According to the World Health Organization, approximately 285 million people around the world are visually impaired. The new clothing tags created by the Chang Gung University provide washing instructions and textile details that are embossed in Braille. This addition makes it significantly more convenient for the impaired individuals to read and determine which washing cycle to throw their clothes in without external assistance. Although this idea is easily enforceable, it's questionable whether retailers will begin to make this addition as well as how long the Braille will remain crisp and defined in the tags from all the washing and drying is undetermined.
Braille Clothing Instructions
Braille Clothes Tags Make Laundry Easier for the Visually Impaired
Trend Themes
1. Braille-embossed Product Instructions - Opportunity for companies to include Braille instructions on their products to cater to the visually impaired and increase accessibility.
2. Accessible Clothing Design - Using Braille tags is one way to make clothing more accessible for the visually impaired - other inclusive design options may emerge in response to increased awareness.
3. Innovative Assistive Technologies for the Visually Impaired - Development and creation of more innovative solutions that aid the visually impaired in their daily lives and make them more self-sufficient.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Opportunity for retailers to incorporate Braille clothing instructions into their products, creating a more inclusive shopping experience.
2. Assistive Technology - Development and innovation of assistive technology designed to aid the visually impaired in various aspects of their lives.
3. Consumer Products - Incorporation of Braille instructions on common household items, such as food packaging and medicine bottles, for increased accessibility.