# Oily Objections Innovative statement designs produced to rebel the rising price of oil. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Aug 28, 2008, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oily-objections-innovative-statement-designs-produced-to-rebel-the-rising-p ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Oily Objections trend? **Oily Objections:** To declare their dissent towards the ascending cost of oil, defiant designers have created statement pieces for those sharing their vision of insurgence. Fashion and jewelery can function as everyday awareness pieces, while home decor items can send a silent message depicting these views. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: May 21 to Aug 4, 2008 - Published: Aug 28, 2008 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Oily Objections trend ### Oil Price Rebellion Designers creating statement pieces to dissent against the rising cost of oil ### Awareness through Fashion and Jewelry Fashion and jewelry pieces designed to raise awareness about oil consumption and its impact ### Recycling Industrial Waste Companies turning industrial waste into functional and stylish furniture and accessories ## What the Oily Objections trend means for industry ### For Fashion and Apparel Businesses in this industry can create clothing and accessories that raise awareness about social and environmental issues, like the impact of oil consumption and prices. ### For Home Decor Companies in this industry can create functional and stylish furniture and accessories using recycled materials, like discarded oil barrels and advertisements made of PVC plastics. ### For Jewelry and Accessories Businesses in this industry can use industrial materials to create unique and sustainable jewelry pieces that combine fashion and social/environmental awareness. ## Trend signals for Oily Objections Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 33%, activity 52%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 33% - Activity: 52% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Oily Objections trend 6 featured examples from May 21 to Aug 4, 2008. - [Fashion Statement Against Oil Prices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alphanumeric-gassed): Alphanumeric Gassed Tee (Category: Autos) Implication: Fashion brands have the opportunity to incorporate socially conscious designs into their collections, capturing the attention of consumers who value activism and sustainability. - [Oil Spill Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-influence-on-movies-dark-knight-on-runways-this-fall): Runways Blacked out for Fall (Category: Luxury) Implication: Opportunity to explore new materials, themes, and designs for high-end fashion brands. - [Industrial Materials as Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/industrial-materials-as-jewellery-oil-filter-and-electrical-cable-necklaces): Oil Filter and Electrical Cable Necklaces (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Fashion industry can explore using industrial materials to create unique and edgy clothing and accessories. - [Satirical Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satirical-bling-crude-jewelry-reveals-price-of-oil): Crude Barrel Necklace Reveals Price of Oil (Category: Fashion) Implication: Using satire and current events to create innovative and socially-conscious jewelry designs. - [Crude Oil Awareness Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oil-cantea-set-crude-oil-crisis-reminder): Oil Can Tea Set (Category: Eco) Implication: Discover disruptive innovations in renewable energy sources and technologies. - [Oil Barrel Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oil-barrel-chair-recycled-furniture-by-vaho-works): Recycled Furniture by Vaho Works (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate recycled materials and develop eco-friendly product lines. ## 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)