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# Light Pollution Fashion
The Cities by Night Collection by Slow Factory Uses NASA Images

By Meghan Young | Published 2014-07-09 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cities-by-night
References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2014/07/03/cities-by-night-scarf-collection/) & [slowfactory](http://slowfactory.com/)

The Cities by Night collection is comprised of gorgeous [sheer scarves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lantern-silk-collection) with images taken from [NASA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-x-startalk) satellites. Focusing on stunning views of light pollution, the patterns could easily be mistaken for starry skies. Yet in place of constellations are landmasses dotted with manmade illuminations. The effect is absolutely gorgeous, especially when taken out of context and place on a common fashion item.

Designed by Celine Semaan Vernon of Slow Factory, the Cities by Night collection is made up of three metropolises including Paris, New York and London. The [New York version](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usa-by-night) happened to be featured earlier this month.

Hitting the Market on July 4, 2014, the Cities by Night Collection is made using quality materials from craftspeople around the world.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 6.2/10
- Popularity: 93% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Light Pollution Fashion:** The trend of incorporating images of light pollution into fashion items presents an opportunity for the fashion industry to explore new and unique designs.
- **NASA Satellite Imagery:** The use of NASA satellite images in the Cities by Night collection showcases the trend of incorporating scientific data into artistic creations, opening up opportunities for collaborations between the scientific and creative industries.
- **Sheer Scarves:** The popularity of sheer scarves in the Cities by Night collection suggests a growing trend in the fashion industry for lightweight, versatile accessories that can be easily incorporated into various outfits.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion Industry:** The Cities by Night collection demonstrates a disruptive innovation opportunity for the fashion industry to incorporate imagery inspired by science and technology, appealing to consumers looking for unique and meaningful fashion pieces.
- **Scientific Research:** The use of NASA satellite images in fashion opens up a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for scientific researchers to find creative ways to showcase and communicate their findings to a wider audience.
- **Textile Manufacturing:** The production of sheer scarves in the Cities by Night collection presents an opportunity for the textile manufacturing industry to explore new lightweight and breathable materials that are both visually appealing and environmentally friendly.

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