# Full Colour Glow-In-The-Dark Fabrics By Trendopoly | Published 2007-03-19 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/full-colour-glow-in-the-dark-fabrics-just-in-time-for-80s-throwback-fashion References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2007/03/18/glow-in-the-dark-materials-that-shine-in-full-colors/) & [newscientisttech](http://www.newscientisttech.com/article/dn11372-fullcolour-glowinthedark-materials-unveiled.html) The 80's are back with a vengeance and surely [neon fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1906a-neon-pack) can't be far behind. And just in time, scientists have developed full-color glow-in-the-dark fabrics, sure to be all the rage in the fashion world! **Implications** - The way the fabrics work is by using [phosphorescent materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-circuit-board) that absorb energy through light. The materials are able to reuse the light's energy over and over again for long periods of time. The idea is still a work in progress but the scientist Saito and his lab partners Naoki Adachi and Hiroyasu Kondo are discovering new things every day. The glow-in-the-dark fabrics would make for some awesome clothing that would look really cool at a rave party! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 88% | 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) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Glow-in-the-dark Fashion:** The trend of using phosphorescent materials to create full-color glow-in-the-dark fabrics for fashion is disrupting the fashion industry. - **Rave Wear:** The trend of using glow-in-the-dark fabrics may revolutionize the rave and party wear market. - **New Materials for Textiles Industry:** The trend of using phosphorescent materials as an alternative to traditional dyes and pigments may disrupt the textile industry. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has the potential for growth by exploring and expanding clothing options using glow-in-the-dark fabrics. - **Rave and Party Wear:** The rave and party wear industry may benefit greatly by incorporating glow-in-the-dark fabrics into their designs. - **Textiles:** Phosphorescent materials may become a new category of dye in the textile industry, replacing traditional pigments and dyes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glow-in-the-Dark Sushi Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-sushi-bar.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Device Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddbrand-circuit-board.md) - [Glow-In-The-Dark Material Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glowinthedark1.md) - [Phosphorescent Color-Changing Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollbak-firefly-jacket.md) - [Glowing Neon Hair Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hally-hair-1.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Water Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-water-bottle.md) - [Phosphorescent Energy Drink Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamit.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Eco-Friendly Fashion Color Dyes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cone-denim-1.md)