# Cut-Out Hipster Shades Nonomuaks' Kick Eyes Glasses are Dazzlingly Daring By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2011-04-12 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometrically-altered-hipster-shades References: [viacomit.net](http://viacomit.net/2011/04/07/kick-eyes-by-nonomuaks/) & [nonomuaks](http://www.nonomuaks.com/projects) Nonomuaks has introduced its newest novelty product called Kick Eyes. The collection features an array of [colored glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animeinspired-glasses) that allow you to play with your view on life. Kick Eyes have no lenses, but instead are replaced by quirky shapes and cutouts that tease your eyes and provide you with an alternative POV. These gems are made from felt, so their inexpensive and they will never break – they're both trendy and bendy! Kick Eyes are inspired by the nerd, the pirate eye patch, [Lady Gaga and David Bowie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akila-blackbird-x-the-beatles) (the lightning bolt is no doubt a throwback to the 80s). Now you can rock these [newest shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection) in eight different models and eight accompanying colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Novelty Eyewear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique and unconventional eyewear designs that offer a new way to express individuality. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly glasses made from recycled materials to address the growing demand for sustainable fashion products. - **Customizable Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer personalized cut-out glasses where customers can choose their own shapes and designs for a truly unique accessory. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion and functionality with unconventional eyewear designs that appeal to trend-conscious consumers. - **Material and Textile:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new materials and manufacturing techniques to create durable yet flexible eyewear options that cater to different style preferences. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable eyewear solutions to meet the increasing demand for environmentally conscious fashion products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Statement Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear.md) - [Futuristic Eyewear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futuristic-eyewear1.md) - [Eclectic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artsy-eyewear-collection.md) - [Bubble-Like Sunglasses Drop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses.md) - [UV-Activated Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos.md) - [Eye-Adorned Furry Mules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeball-mules.md) - [IR-Blocking Sleek Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kolari-shades.md) - [Gummy Candy-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-collection.md) - [Vibration Neon Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Neon-Light-Collection.md)