# Crystal Encrusted Bandaids By Fashion Spy | Published 2006-08-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-encrusted-bandaids References: [designspotter](http://www.designspotter.com) & [suelzkotlett](http://www.suelzkotlett.com/index.php?page=04) Just because you're injured doesn't mean you have to look bad. Add a little bling to your boo boo with [crystal encrusted bandaids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-clear-adhesive-bandages). Available in the MAK design shop in Vienna or online from 10 Euros for a three pack. **Implications** - For the consumer who has everything, not very many products will capture their attention. Thus, it becomes a challenge of brands and marketers to create completely unique products that also bear luxury in mind. An item like this [blinged-out bandaid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pimple-patch-designs) is a perfect way to infuse [luxury and novelty into everyday products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-and-erewhon) to get the attention of even the most affluent of consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Luxury Novelty Products:** As brands look for unique ways to capture the attention of affluent consumers, creating luxury novelty products such as crystal-encrusted band-aids can provide a new product market. - **Fashionable Medical Devices:** Making medical devices fashionable, such as crystal-encrusted band-aids, can provide an option for consumers who want to keep up their appearance while tending to injuries. - **Customizable Healthcare Accessories:** Offering customizable healthcare accessories, such as crystal-encrusted band-aids, can tap into the growing trend of personalization and self-expression. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of fashionable medical devices, such as crystal-encrusted band-aids. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can tap into the trend of customizable healthcare accessories, such as crystal-encrusted band-aids. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can create new product markets by exploring luxury novelty products, such as crystal-encrusted band-aids. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit-Adorned Adhesive Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adhesive-bandage.md) - [Playing Card Blemish Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeumont-blemish-patches.md) - [Exclusive Anniversary-Honoring Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandaid-brand.md) - [Child-Focused First-Aid Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/welly-products.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Crystal-Embellished Earwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-x-loop.md) - [Summer-Themed Acne Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starface-play-pack-collection.md) - [Durable Water-Friendly Bandages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-clear-adhesive-bandages.md) - [Subtle Face Jewel Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-bijoux.md)