# Safety-Oriented Wearable Wearable devices incorporate safety features for consumer comfort. By [Hayley McGlone](https://www.trendhunter.com/hayley_mcglone), Manager, Client Research & Strategy | Published Aug 22, 2018 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/safetyoriented-wearable ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Safety-Oriented Wearable trend? **Safety-Oriented Wearable:** The integration of safety-oriented and tracking features into wearable items offer comfort to consumers when it comes to their safety outside the home. Whether for children or for adults, products that offer safety features provide a sense of security to help in cases of emergency or injury. Such features highlight how technology is being utilized to better the daily lives of consumers. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 15 to Aug 22, 2018 - Published: Aug 22, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Safety-Oriented Wearable trend ### Safety-Oriented Wearables The integration of safety-oriented and tracking features into wearable items for children and adults offers comfort and security to consumers when it comes to their safety outside the home. ### Smart Jewelry for Women and New Wearable Security Devices The rise of smart jewelry and new wearable security devices with panic buttons that provide an alert when triggered, offer safety and connectivity to women at all times. ### Illuminated Athlete Indicators New accessories and wearables are being designed that provide athletes and active consumers with a safe and practical way to stay visible during exercise or commuting while keeping pedestrians, cyclists and other athletes informed of their next move via hand gestures. ## What the Safety-Oriented Wearable trend means for industry ### For Wearable Technology With the rise of IoT people are continuing to look to technology to offer enhanced peace-of-mind, safety, health tracking and connectivity, as they go about their daily routine. ### For Security Technology The increasing need and demand for devices that provide personal security to individuals when going about their daily routine in public spaces. ### For Fitness Wearables Safety features are becoming a must-have for fitness wearables since these activities tend to take place out in public, and people are looking for safety features when it comes to their fitness routines. ## Workshop question How can your brand utilize technology to help your consumer? ## Trend signals for Safety-Oriented Wearable Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 87%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 87% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Safety-Oriented Wearable trend 5 featured examples from Jan 15 to Aug 22, 2018. - [Illuminated Athlete Indicators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seniturn): The 'SeniTurn' Indicator Keeps Everyone Informed of Your Next Move (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The 'SeniTurn' indicator falls into the safety products industry, catering to the rising demand for innovative solutions in urban safety. - [Safety-Focused Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-smartphone): This Wearable Smartphone for Children Lets Parents Track Their Kids (Category: Tech) Implication: The technology industry can explore the development of safety-focused smartwatches and expand their wearable device offerings. - [Wearable Security Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotus-by-seam): The Lotus by SEAM Wearable Keeps Users Feeling Safe at All Times (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunities exist for companies to develop wearable devices specifically designed for personal safety and security. - [Safety-Focused Smart Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safer-pro-smart-jewelry): The 'Safer Pro' Jewelry Lets Users Send Alerts to Well-Wishers (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Infusing smart technology into jewelry and accessories to merge fashion with functionality. - [Safety Enhancing Fitness Tracker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tended-protect): The Tended Protect Sends Emergency Info in Case of Danger (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The wearable technology industry can develop new products that focus on safety and security features. ## 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 Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)