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Wild Patriotic Hairstyles

Sculptural Styles Showcase Regional Pride

— April 23, 2009 — Fashion
I thought I was a bit radical with bright red hair until I saw this series of extreme patriotic hairstyles. I just love them so much. Like couture fashion, I see these as a palette of inspiration from which to take ideas for your own 'do. 

These may be radical show-stopper pieces, but don’t for one second forget the massive amounts of skill required to turn out any of these bad boys!

Implications - Consumers are seeking out ways to express what they believe in through their fashion. Designs that send a specific message are appealing to those who look towards their ensembles to tell others who they are. on the inside.
Trend Themes
1. Patriotic Fashion Statements - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create clothing and accessories that allow consumers to express their beliefs and values through bold patriotic designs.
2. Conceptual Couture Hair - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative hair products and techniques that enable hairstylists to create sculptural, show-stopping hairstyles with ease.
3. Symbolic Fashion Messaging - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design garments that incorporate symbolic elements or messages, allowing individuals to communicate their identity and beliefs through their outfits.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the intersection of fashion and self-expression, leveraging trends in patriotic clothing and symbolic fashion messaging.
2. Beauty and Haircare - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new hair products and techniques that empower individuals to create elaborate and artistic hairstyles that showcase their regional pride.
3. Textile and Print Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in textile and print design to cater to the demand for bold, patriotic patterns and graphics in fashion.
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