# Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 The idea of duality is interpreted literally in fashion. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Jul 30, 2014 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/disguised-accessorizing-20 ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.0/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 trend? **Disguised Accessorizing 2.0:** Duality within one's personality is a concept as old as Greek mythology; it has since evolved beyond acceptance and into the realm of glamorization, particularly within the fashion industry. In the past, disguised accessorizing referred specifically to masks as a means of indulging in escapism. Current forms of disguise in fashion include concealed secrets, adding fuel to the idea that privacy, even in an over-communicated world, is intriguing. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: May 27, 2013 to Jul 13, 2014 - Published: Jul 30, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 trend ### Disguised Accessorizing Fashion that incorporates disguises and concealed secrets as a form of duality and privacy intrigue. ### 3D Printing Creating intricate designs for unique accessories and masks using 3D printing technology. ### Cryptic Display Technology Offering new stylish designs of analogue watches with cryptic displays options. ## What the Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 trend means for industry ### For Fashion Incorporating disguises and concealed secrets in fashion accessories opens up new market opportunities for innovative and stylish designs. ### For Tech and Wearables Development of wearable technology creates opportunities for fashion companies to integrate technology in accessories. ### For Jewelry and Accessories Designing new styles of jewelry and accessories, such as inscribable lockets, to create personalized, meaningful and unique pieces for consumers. ## Trend signals for Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 Trend score 5.0 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 73%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 68% - Activity: 73% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Disguised Accessorizing 2.0 trend 7 featured examples from May 27, 2013 to Jul 13, 2014. - [Masked Lace Attire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nino-sepo): The Nino Sepo Reincarnation Collection is Conceptual (Category: Fashion) Implication: The Nino Sepo Reincarnation Collection presents disruptive opportunities for fashion brands to challenge gender norms and incorporate conceptual designs into their collections. - [Inscribable Secret Lockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/locket-necklace): The Secret Message Locket Necklace Lets You Inscribe a Note Inside (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunities in the jewelry industry to incorporate personalized and unique design elements. - [Intricate Printed Guises](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumecluster-mask): These Elaborate Lumecluster Masks are 3D-Printed from Digital Designs (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunities to create customized and unique wearable items through digital-to-physical design. - [Disguised Makeup USBs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lipstick-flash-drive): The Lipstick Flash Drive is Made for Wannabe Female Spies (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The fashion-tech accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of disguising USBs as makeup products by creating stylish and functional USBs that cater to women's needs. - [Superhero-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/man-of-steel-collection): The Man of Steel Collection from Warby Parker Disguises and Surprises (Category: Marketing) Implication: Eyewear companies can adopt superhero-inspired designs to introduce a new line of products that merge pop culture with fashion trends. - [Shimmering Masquerade Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-mask-sunglasses): Walk Around in Disguise with the Black Mask Sunglasses (Category: Fashion) Implication: Retailers can tap into the demand for unique and attention-grabbing fashion accessories by offering masquerade-inspired eyewear. - [Cryptic Analogue Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-watch): The Tokyoflash Kisai Sequence LED Watch Displays the Time in Code (Category: Fashion) Implication: Retailers can benefit by keeping up with consumer interest in unique and innovative watch designs. ## Recent trend clusters - 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