# LEGO Sunglasses Custom Shades From Lynx Optique Bring Out Your Nerdy Side By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-05-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customized-shades-lego-sunglasses References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/05/lego-sunglasses-as-nerdy-as-they-sound/) & [lynx-optique.fr](http://www.lynx-optique.fr/) Build your own fashion with these [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1)-mania sunglasses. With a collaboration between Lego and online specs retailer [Lynx Optique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lynx-with-catnip), these cool-looking shades are sure to bring out your nerdy side. Also great for kids, the [LEGO shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-x-nike-air-max-95-neon) allow the opportunity for personal customization. Who knew the combination of cool and nerdy would be such a success? **Implications** - Fashion accessories that are built with more than one purpose are definitely going to get people's attention. These items are great for the kids market because they can use the accessory as a toy as well as a fashion statement. Needed accessories such as sunglasses are great in toy form because they are built to amuse and protect eyes from the sun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Customizable Fashion Accessories:** The trend of customizable fashion accessories allows consumers to personalize their style while also enjoying a functional product. - **Fashion-infused Toys:** The intersection of fashion and toys opens up opportunities for innovative products that appeal to both children and adults. - **Multifunctional Accessories:** The rise of multifunctional accessories offers convenience and practicality to consumers seeking versatile and adaptable products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has an opportunity to tap into the market of customizable accessories that blend style and function. - **Toys:** The toy industry can explore collaborations with fashion brands to create products that merge playfulness and style. - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can leverage the demand for multifunctional accessories, offering sunglasses that also serve as toys or interactive fashion pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mod Band-Honoring Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akila-blackbird-x-the-beatles.md) - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Laidback Fashion Brand Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converse-sunglasses.md) - [Block Puzzle Carnival Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1.md) - [Antique-Style Building Block Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ideas-led-lamp.md) - [Brick Toy-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-gogo.md) - [Blind Box Eyewear Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenskart.md) - [Cereal-Inspired Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-and-pit-viper.md) - [Building Block-Inspired Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-luggage.md)