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# Reflective Beach Eyewear
These Affordable Designer Sunglasses Reflect an Actual Moment in Time

By Emma Reilly | Published 2015-03-26 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-designer-sunglasses
References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2125737690/brave-and-the-bold-beach-inspired-sunglasses)

Brave & The Bold Sunglasses are high quality Shades for people who want to experience life in full color, with each pair reflecting an actual moment in time at a British Beach.

Created in the UK, these [vibrant and eye-catching Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinzo-tamura) have been 12 years in the making and have an inspirational story behind their design. Their designer Emma Reilly started the business to create great quality, vibrant shades at a price that everyone could afford. The company is now looking to crowdfund its production and in return, backers get their very own pair of [distinctive Beach Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waiting-for-the-sun-x-percival).

B&TB; Sunglasses offer [REVO UV400 lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavy-tropix-sport), spring hinge arms and polycarbonate frame. Each pair comes in a microfibre bag, with shipping available worldwide.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.1/10
- Popularity: 56% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Personalized Eyewear:** The use of technology to create personalized eyewear that reflects actual moments in time.
- **Affordable Luxury:** The trend towards creating high-quality, designer eyewear that is affordable for everyone.
- **Crowdfunding for Product Launches:** The trend towards using crowdfunding to finance product launches and engage customers in the process.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can leverage new technology to offer a more personalized and affordable product.
- **Crowdfunding:** The crowdfunding industry provides a platform for businesses to launch new products and engage with customers.
- **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate reflective materials and personalized designs to create innovative and unique products.

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