# Tree-Made Eco-Friendly Sequins Elissa Brunato Boasts the Bio Iridescent Sequin as an Alternative By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-08-24 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-sequins References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/08/02/bio-iridescent-sequin-elissa-brunato-sustainable-fashion/) & [elissabrunato](http://www.elissabrunato.com/) Fashion designers and companies have been putting emphasis on mindful and demand-based production, as well as reliable [sustainable alternatives to materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-good-company) — these eco-friendly sequins are a great example of the movement. Overseen by Elissa Brunato, the project realizes Bio Iridescent Sequin made from the [cellulose extract from trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abney-effect). The material is available in abundance in nature as it is one of the most common polymers on Earth. The eco-friendly sequins can be made within a day in a laboratory setting, while the cellulose itself needs time to grow — it can "take anything from a couple of weeks to a number of years." Each sequin uses very little cellulose. The crystalline form of the ingredient allows for it to react with light in a shimmering manner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Demand-based Production:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technology that enables on-demand, customized production to reduce waste and meet consumer preferences. - **Sustainable Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore alternative materials that are sustainable, abundant, and have minimal impact on the environment. - **Bio Iridescent Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative products using bio-iridescent materials, leveraging their unique properties to enhance aesthetics and functionality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable materials and demand-based production methods to transform the fashion industry into a more eco-friendly and customer-centric sector. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced manufacturing processes that efficiently utilize sustainable materials in textile production, minimizing waste and environmental impact. - **Bioengineering:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply bioengineering techniques to explore and develop new bio-iridescent materials for various industries, opening up possibilities for sustainable and visually appealing products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biodegradable Glitter Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-glitter1.md) - [Modular Eco-Friendly Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chroma-twist.md) - [Sustainable Wooden Natural Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forestbank.md) - [Eco-Minded Bridal Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastman.md) - [Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latin-quarters.md) - [Festive Double-Drop Earrings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lovers-tempo.md) - [Plastic Bottle-Made Christmas Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caroline-chaptini.md) - [Sustainable Design Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-reishi.md) - [Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthytweens.md)