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Customized Doily Shorts

These DIY Lace Shorts are Simply Stunning

— June 29, 2011 — Art & Design
Does the sizzlin' summer heat have you sticking to chairs? These darling DIY lace shorts will keep you cool (and looking cool) in the humid heat.

The designer of these DIY lace shorts has been so kind to provide the instructions for their constructions. They are surprisingly simple to make for such a beautiful piece of clothing. Crafters simply need some yards of lace trim and a pair of standard boxer shorts. Once sewn together, the resulting shorts are posh, precious and perfect for patio parties.

The DIY lace shorts are "sew" simple, and simply beautiful.

Implications - The recent recession caused money-conscious consumers to embrace DIY crafts as a means of saving money. These consumers now crave products and tools that can help them with their crafting endeavors. Companies can manufacture these tools to appeal to demographics that have been affected by the recession.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Clothing - There is a growing interest in do-it-yourself fashion as consumers look for unique, affordable pieces and companies can offer tools and resources to support this trend.
2. Lace Trim - With the popularity of these DIY lace shorts, companies can explore using lace trim in a variety of clothing items to appeal to fashion-conscious consumers looking for feminine details.
3. Sustainability in Fashion - Creating clothing items from existing fabric (such as repurposed boxer shorts) is a trend that speaks to sustainability-conscious consumers and that gives companies an opportunity to showcase their commitment to environmentally responsible fashion.
Industry Implications
1. Crafting Tools and Supplies - The rise of DIY fashion creates an opportunity for companies to manufacture and sell tools and supplies to support the growing number of consumers interested in crafting their own clothing items.
2. Fashion Industry - The popularity of lace trim and feminine details in clothing can inspire designers to incorporate these elements in their collections, catering to fashion-conscious consumers.
3. Sustainable Fashion - Companies with a focus on sustainability in fashion can capitalize on the trend of repurposing existing fabric and create collections that appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
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