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# Fiber Optic Hair Extensions
These Accessories Will Make You the Shining Star at the Club

By Ryan Fowler | Published 2013-06-30 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiber-optic-hair-extensions
References: [fancy](http://www.fancy.com/things/379866709621736305/Flashing-Colorful-LED-Optic-Hair) & [tomtop](http://www.tomtop.com/fashion-flashing-colorful-led-plastic-fiber-optic-braided-hair-for-party-w032.html?aid=ew01)

These fiber optic hair extensions will make you the star of the party on your nights out. The fiber optic hair extensions will make you stand out from everyone else; people will marvel at your hair as it shimmers with light.

These glowing fiber optic hair extensions are the perfect accessory for [nightclubs, parties, bars, bachelorette parties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-partylight) and pretty much any occasion you can think of.

The extensions are simple to use, similar to regular extensions they [clip in](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clipin-hair-extensions) where ever you feel like placing them and voila. The extensions are clear and made from a synthetic fiber optic plastic-like material, there is a small box located at the clip point where the battery and on/off switch can be found.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 45% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Glowing Hair Accessories:** Opportunity for innovation in creating more glowing hair accessories for various occasions.
- **Synthetic Fiber Optic Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in developing more durable and versatile synthetic fiber optic materials for use in different industries.
- **Interactive Wearable Technology:** Emerging trend of integrating interactive wearable technology into fashion accessories, opening up possibilities for unique and customizable experiences.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Accessories:** Potential for fashion accessory companies to incorporate fiber optic technology into their product lines, offering unique and attention-grabbing items.
- **Nightlife Entertainment:** Opportunity for clubs, bars, and event organizers to enhance the customer experience by incorporating fiber optic hair extensions or similar glowing accessories.
- **Event Planning:** Innovative hair and fashion accessories can add a wow factor to various events, providing event planners with a creative way to make their occasions more memorable.

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