# Unusual Headsets Sound Innovations Contest Defines Stylish Earpieces By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-04-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-sound-systems-designing-the-next-inner-era References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/contest/winner.php?contest_pk=24) Not much design thought goes into how sound gets from our gadgets into our heads, but DesignBoom.com wants that to change as a result of the Sound Innovations contest. Here are ten of the entries for “stylish.” Many of the headsets use electronics to convey a message right on the earpiece, while other headsets are pure fashion statements. **Implications** - When it comes to gadgets, having the latest features is just as important as fitting in with the latest fashions. It's not enough for a device to perform innovative and cutting edge functions; if you really want to pull in the consumer, the way your product looks needs to be in sync with your target. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Stylish Earpiece Designs:** Designers are recognizing the need for fashionable and innovative earpieces that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. - **Integrated Message Conveyance:** Many of the latest earpieces are designed to communicate a message or personal style through built-in electronics. - **Fashion-forward Tech Accessories:** As technology continues to become a bigger part of our daily lives, consumers are looking for tech accessories that merge fashion and functionality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies have an opportunity to tap into the growing market for stylish and innovative audio accessories. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can focus on creating unique, tech-focused accessories to target consumers who value both style and functionality. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising companies can leverage the trend of integrated message conveyance to create unique promotional campaigns that blend fashion and technology. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Enhanced Music Display Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futureahead.md) - [Earring Earbud Concept Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhang-yunxib.md) - [Attention-Grabbing Hearing Aids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overtone-hearing-aid.md) - [Sculptural Earbud Statement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-sculptural-earbuds.md) - [Modern Design-Forwrd Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tozo.md) - [Stylish See-Through Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beoplay-clear.md) - [Cyberpunk-Inspired Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-earbuds-concept.md) - [Headband Display Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boinc-headphones.md) - [Contoured Ear-Hugging Headphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbugs.md)