# Zippered Brooches Zipper Flower Pins Are Hot for Summer 2009 By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2009-08-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooches-zipper-flower-pins References: [spoiledsociety](http://www.spoiledsociety.com/zipper-flower-brooch) Following in the footsteps of the zipper hairbands, bracelets and necklaces spotted by Rose last month, the rise of [fashionable zippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfpropelled-zipper) continues with these lovely zippered flower brooches which are set to be another hot fashion accessory for summer 2009. Scoop one of these beauties up on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop) and pin it to your shirt, jacket or purse to give a fabulously fresh new look to an old favorite. Who would have thought zippers could be twisted into so many [stunning accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry)? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Zipper Accessories:** With the rise of fashionable zippers, businesses can create accessories such as zipper flower brooches to offer customers fresh new takes on classic items. - **Fashionable Brooches:** Brooches are making a comeback in a big way and adding unique twists such as zippers can provide disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry. - **Summer Fashion Accessories:** Summer fashion accessories are always in high demand and businesses can capitalize on this by offering trendy zipper items to keep customers looking fresh and current. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the rise of zipper accessories by experimenting with new designs that may redefine current fashion trends. - **Jewelry Industry:** The jewelry industry can add a new dimension to the traditional brooch by incorporating zippers into their products. - **Handbag Industry:** The handbag industry can boost sales by incorporating unique zipper accessories into their product lines for the upcoming summer season. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Wear Hair Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truss-series-shippou.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Juice Pouch Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pouch-purse.md) - [Preserved Flower Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-petal-heart-earrings.md) - [Bag-Shaped Hair Clips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tresemm-x-luar.md) - [Stunning Organic-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organicinspired-jewelry.md) - [Oversized Industrial Application Zippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfpropelled-zipper.md) - [Playful Spring-Forward Statements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-charm-collection.md) - [Customizable Statement Accessory Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocknot.md)