# 3D-Printed Sunglasses The Mykita HYBRID Eyewear Line Relies on 3D-Printed Material and Design By M | Published 2016-04-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-material References: [acquiremag](http://www.acquiremag.com/style/mykita-hybrid) & [mykita](https://mykita.com/en) The fashion brand [Mykita](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-mykita) offers a line of 3D-printed material sunglasses in its collection called HYBRID including a specific pair dubbed the [MYLON](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-mykita-grunt-sunglasses) that offer strong frames with a flexible design. The sunglasses are made using 3D-printing technology to design the eyewear as well as create it. The MYLON sunglasses feature a [vintage aviator-style silhouette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection) that is contrasted with the modern technology used to create the frame. The light brown frames feature a heavy duty strength paired with a flexible bend and lightweight shape that is ideal for everyday use. The use of 3D-printed materials are becoming more and more readily available in fashion accessories as the technology becomes more affordable for brands to mass-produce products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3d-printed Sunglasses:** Brands are using 3D-printing technology to create innovative sunglasses with strong frames and flexible designs. - **Affordable 3D Printing:** The increasing affordability of 3D-printing technology is making it more accessible for brands to mass-produce fashion accessories. - **Vintage-modern Fusion:** Designers are merging vintage aviator-style silhouettes with modern 3D-printing technology to create unique sunglasses designs. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion industry is incorporating 3D-printing technology to create trendy and customizable sunglasses. - **3D Printing Technology:** The 3D-printing industry is making strides in the production of affordable materials for mass production of fashion accessories. - **Eyewear Manufacturing:** Eyewear brands are taking advantage of 3D-printing technology to create sturdy frames with flexible designs for everyday use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stunning 3D-Printed Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-sunglasses1.md) - [Advanced Co-Branded Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-mykita.md) - [3D-Printed Honeycomb-Style Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-glasses-frames.md) - [Haute Hinge-Free Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangled-eyewear.md) - [Custom 3D-Printed Glasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-3dprinted-glasses-frames.md) - [Collaboration Midcentury Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oamc-x-mykita-grunt-sunglasses.md) - [Futuristic Winter Sport Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-flex-scape-gogglesunglasses-hybrid.md) - [Futuristic Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-eyewear1.md) - [Futuristic Performance Eyewear Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-eyewear-model.md)