# Fashion Accessories as Flooring Tiles Made From Recycled Belts By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-12-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-accessories-as-flooring-tiles-made-from-recycled-belts References: [hautenature.blogspot](http://hautenature.blogspot.com/2008/12/ting-london-modular-floor-tiles.html) & [tinglondon](http://www.tinglondon.com/) This is one of the best examples of [recycled fashion accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reve-collection) I have seen. Using [recycled vintage leather belts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit), designers from Ting London have created these amazing [modular floor tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-flooring). At a cost of $75 per square foot, the belts are laid onto a reconstituted leather backing and secured into place with water-based glue. This is an incredibly unique flooring option as no two tiles will ever be the same. **Implications** - Modern consumers are looking for ways to prevent any further harm to the planet. Items that incorporate a sustainable element into its production method are appealing to those who want to stay environmentally friendly. In order to attract the eco-conscious customer, companies could focus on greener options. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Flooring:** Incorporating sustainable elements into flooring production could increase appeal to eco-conscious consumers. - **Upcycled Design:** Designers using recycled materials in creative ways, such as turning fashion accessories into tiles, is a growing trend. - **Modular Design:** Modular design in flooring, such as the use of tiles, offers unique and customizable options for consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Flooring:** Flooring companies could explore more sustainable production methods and creative upcycled designs. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands could consider incorporating upcycling into their production process, as seen with these recycled belt tiles. - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies could offer more customizable and unique options for their consumers through modular design in flooring and other products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Biomaterial Flooring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-vinyl-tile.md) - [Repurposed Waste Transit Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-miller.md) - [Recyclable Linoleum Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lino-materiale.md) - [Custom Print Flooring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flotex.md) - [Recycled Shoe-Made Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-maison.md) - [Airline Safety Equipment Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-life-vests.md) - [Earth-Connecting Luxe Floor Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-pelota.md) - [Comfortable Inclusive Carpet Tiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modulyss.md) - [Sustainable Flooring Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-flooring.md)