# Socialcessories Accessories made in support of social issues. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 8, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/social-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/socialcessories ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.5/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Socialcessories trend? **Socialcessories:** Social organizations are going beyond fashion apparel to base their products on accessories of all types, including luggage, sunglasses and jewelry. Expanding their product lines and exploring new product ideas, these organizations can greatly increase sales of their goods and awareness of their cause by offering consumers a diverse mix of items they can purchase to show their support for key issues. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 30 to Sep 21, 2011 - Published: Jan 8, 2012 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Socialcessories trend ### Social Issue Supporting Accessories Expanding on fashion apparel, organizations are including accessories to increase sales and awareness for their causes. ### One-for-One Initiative Products Companies are using one-for-one models to sell high-end products and benefit social and global education causes. ### Direct Local Fabric Sourcing Businesses are moving toward direct fabric trade to offer transparency and collaborate with artisan groups and exclude middlemen. ## What the Socialcessories trend means for industry ### For Fashion Industry Fashion industry professionals can incorporate accessories to increase awareness and create one-for-one models for products. ### For Outdoor and Travel Industry Using local fabrics for bags and creating trendy products can offer cultural awareness and authenticity. ### For Artisanal Industry Businesses can create meaningful relationships and transparency through direct fabric sourcing while supporting local communities with employment opportunities. ## Trend signals for Socialcessories Trend score 5.5 out of 10, from popularity 81%, activity 77%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 81% - Activity: 77% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Socialcessories trend 7 featured examples from Jun 30 to Sep 21, 2011. - [Disabled Artisan Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/people-tree-wheelchair-campaign): The People Tree Wheelchair Campaign with Bombolulu (Category: Social Good) Implication: The fashion industry can embrace fair trade practices and collaborations with artisans to promote inclusivity and social impact. - [Hand-Dyed Ikat Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/push-pull): Push Pull Cambodia is a Social Enterprise with a Sense of Style (Category: Social Good) Implication: An opportunity for fashion and apparel businesses to explore socially responsible values and artisan collaborations. - [Flat-Top Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4sight-sunglasses): Look Super Sleek and Stylish in These One-for-One '4sight' Sunglasses (Category: Social Good) Implication: The fashion and accessories industry can embrace the socially conscious trend by collaborating with organizations like 4sight to create products that have a positive impact on soc… - [Culturally Relevant Luggage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethnotek): Ethnotek Creates Bags Using Direct Fabric Trade (Category: Social Good) Implication: Fashion brands can explore incorporating culturally relevant designs and materials in a respectful and authentic manner. - [Responsible Bedroom Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilote-house-shoe): The Chilote House Shoe is Eco and Ethically Principled (Category: Social Good) Implication: The Chilote House Shoe's focus on employing local artisans and craftspeople presents an opportunity for the artisan manufacturing industry to create new partnerships and expand th… - [Newsworthy Flip Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-flops): Paper Flops are Made Using Upcycled Newspapers (Category: Social Good) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable practices and materials into the fashion industry to address environmental concerns. - [Socially Responsible Neckwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figs-ties): FIGS Ties Combines Luxe Materials and a One-for-One Model (Category: Social Good) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate social responsibility into fashion brands to attract conscious consumerism and create positive impact. ## Recent trend clusters - 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