Category
Art & Design
Sensory Packaging
Trend cluster
Category
Generation
Hacking
Not quite ready to grow up, teen DIYers put their own spin on adult clothing.
5.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Generation Hacking trend?
Generation Hacking: As the maturation of children starts earlier and earlier as years pass, tweens and teens are becoming more accustomed to emphasizing their prowess for a grown-up lifestyle through creative expression via personal style. Wanting to be considered an adult, but still not ready to indeed grow up, younger generations are DIYing their own clothing to satisfy this desire to have their mature attitude acknowledged by personal and professional peers. This form of generation hacking blurs the line between juvenile and mature further to create an age-based limbo for those on both sides of the spectrum.
Trend themes
Themes within the Generation Hacking trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
DIY Fashion Trend
The trend of DIY fashion is empowering to young people, who want to experiment as they look to create unique designs that appeal to their sensibilities.
02
Customization in Fashion
Customization is becoming a crucial part in fashion as it allows both businesses and customers to achieve desired styles at lower costs.
03
Affordable Luxury Fashion
Luxury fashion houses are moving towards creating affordable collections to cater to younger customers who want prestige but can't afford luxury prices.
Industry implications
What the Generation Hacking trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Fashion Retail
Fashion retailers can cater to younger customers by offering DIY customization options on clothing items.
For
Crafts and Hobbies
Craft and hobby industries can take advantage of the popularity of DIY fashion by offering online tutorials and workshops for unique designs.
For
Consumer Electronics
Consumer electronics industries can tap into DIY fashion trend by creating personalized and customizable fashion software and tools.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Generation Hacking
Trend score 5.3 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 86%, freshness 8%.
Popularity65%
Activity86%
Freshness8%
Audience
10%Men
90%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Generation Hacking trend
6 featured examples from Oct 29, 2013 to Aug 29, 2014CategoryArt & Design
School Supply Clutches
The DIY Pencil Clutch is Perfect for Those Heading Back to School
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform or online community that connects individuals interested in crafts and DIY projects, fostering creativity and sharing of ideas.
CategoryFashion
DIY Shoe Embellishments
These DIY Chain Boots are the Perfect Inspiration to Update Your Wardrobe
Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop a subscription-based service that delivers a curated assortment of trendy shoe accessories to customers on a regular basis, allowing the…
CategoryFashion
Runway-Inspired DIY Outerwear
The DIY Crystal Belted Coat is Couture for a Fraction of the Price
Fashion retailers can capitalize on the demand for affordable luxury by offering budget-friendly alternatives to high-end designer products.
CategoryFashion
Glittering DIY Statement Necklaces
The DIY Crystal Flare Necklace is a Must-Have Wardrobe Piece
Opportunity for disruptive innovation in providing a wide range of materials, tools, and resources for DIY jewelry making.
CategoryArt & Design
DIY Ribbon Strapped Dresses
Add Colorful Ribbons to a Strapless Gown with This Simple DIY Activity
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with designers and fashion brands to create a line of customizable dresses with ribbon strap options to cater to different body type…
CategoryArt & Design
Stylish Sequin Jacket Accents
These DIY Sequin Elbow Patches Turn Ordinary Tops into Fancy Designs
The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of adding sequin accents to clothing by offering unique and visually impressive designs.
