# Hug-Tech Fashion Embrace Me Hoodies Lights Up By Pearl | Published 2008-05-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/embrace-me-hoodies-hug-to-light-up References: [hyperexperience](http://hyperexperience.com/?p=1062) & [5050ltd](http://www.5050ltd.com/embrace_me.php) Studio 5050's **Embrace Me** hoodies are marked with bold abstract pattern (the collection's logo) made up of a silver conductive fabric. In order to light up, two people must be wearing the same type of jackets. When they hug each other, they actually power up little lights at the back of the garment. The lights flicker in the shape of the Big Dipper star system. A tiny heart beat sound can also be heard. Two hearts beating as one? The hoodies are soft dark blue canvas and mad of 100% bamboo basket weave. The catch is, you have to buy two of them. They cost $480-$600 for the pair. Here's some more hug-tech fashion: ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 53% | 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) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Connected Fashion:** Opportunity for creating clothing that incorporates technology to connect and interact with other wearers. - **Emotive Wearables:** Potential to develop wearable technology that expresses emotions and fosters human connection. - **Participatory Fashion:** Emerging trend of fashion items that require multiple people to create an interactive experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion & Technology:** Opportunity for collaboration between fashion designers and tech companies to create innovative wearable tech. - **Smart Textiles:** Growing industry focused on developing fabrics and materials that integrate technology for various applications. - **Social Connection:** Rising interest in products and services that promote human connection and foster emotional experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Simulated Heartbeat Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-heart.md) - [Heartbeat-Mimicking Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thetouch-locket.md) - [Scent-Infused Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealie-hoodie.md) - [Phosphorescent Color-Changing Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollbak-firefly-jacket.md) - [Wearable Weighted Blanket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-weighted-hoodie.md) - [Wearable Communication Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inxects-vest.md) - [Emergency Shelter Robot Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-hug-robot-concept.md) - [Smart Heart-Shaped Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bond-heart-necklace.md) - [Magnetic Couples Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-couples-socks.md)