# Bio Accessory Fashion accessories are made biodegradable to reduce their environmental impact. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jul 20, 2018 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/bio-accessory ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Bio Accessory trend? **Bio Accessory:** Biodegradable accessories in the form of sunglasses, clothing, and more are increasingly common as brands seek to engage consumers seeking less harmful forms of consumption. This shift is in direct opposition to the wasteful fast fashion industry directed by large corporations, with smaller brands being able to find their niche as both fashion-forward and ethical for conscious consumers. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 25 to Jul 19, 2018 - Published: Jul 20, 2018 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Bio Accessory trend ### Biodegradable Fashion Accessories Consumers searching for eco-friendly products have created a market for biodegradable fashion accessories to reduce environmental impact ### Plant-Based Materials New materials such as fungus, wood pulp, and flax are being used to create biodegradable and sustainable products for a more eco-friendly approach ### Transformative Clothing Capsule collections featuring multi-functional clothing designs are becoming popular among eco-conscious consumers looking to reduce excessive consumption ## What the Bio Accessory trend means for industry ### For Fashion/Apparel The fashion and apparel industries need to adapt their products and processes in response to the emerging demand for eco-friendly and sustainable clothing and accessories. ### For Manufacturing Manufacturers of various products, from eyewear to furniture, must prioritize sustainability in the materials and processes they use. ### For Ecology and Environmentalism The trend towards biodegradable and plant-based products highlights a growing concern for environmental impact and sustainability in all industries. ## Workshop question How could your brand lessen its impact on the environment? ## Trend signals for Bio Accessory Trend score 4.1 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 52%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 52% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Bio Accessory trend 5 featured examples from Apr 25 to Jul 19, 2018. - [Biodegradable Vegan Stilettos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-stilettos): Sydney Brown is Launching a Pair of Environmentally Friendly Heels (Category: Eco) Implication: The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of biodegradable and vegan footwear by incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials into their designs. - [Fungus-Created Leather](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolt-threads): Bolt Threads is Using Fungal Root Structures to Make New Materials (Category: Eco) Implication: Incorporating fungal-based materials into manufacturing processes can result in disruptive innovation opportunities for the industry. - [Ethical Coffee-Made Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-sunglasses): Ochis Develops a Pair of Innovative Sunglasses with Coffee & Flax (Category: Eco) Implication: Sustainability-focused eyewear brands can develop eco-friendly and biodegradable sunglasses with innovative materials. - [Biodegradable Sunglasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tens-sunglasses): The Tens Sunglasses' 2018 Collection is Made from Plant Materials (Category: Fashion) Implication: Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the eyewear industry by developing and promoting biodegradable sunglasses frames. - [Transformative Biodegradable Clothes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omdanne): Solve's Omdanne Three-Piece Capsule Can Be Worn in 10 Ways (Category: Eco) Implication: The fashion industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by embracing circular economy principles and introducing biodegradable and multi-functional clothing. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)