# Gilded Exuberant Earphones These Earphones by Happy Plugs are Made from 18 Carat Gold By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-09-19 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happy-plugs References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/happy-plugs-headphones-solid-18-carat-gold.html) & [happyplugs](http://www.happyplugs.com/en/products/18-carat-gold/) For those looking to truly make some noise while listening to their music, look no further than the 18-carat gold earphones by Happy Plugs. The lavishly gold earphones are produced by a handy goldsmith in Stockholm, Sweden and comes in at a eye-popping $14,500. The earphones, apart from its obvious function of listening to music, combines grandiose style and top-end quality to satisfy those looking to add some glitziness to an everyday accessory. Each Happy Plugs earphone is made out of 25 grams of gold each ear bud, making it one of the most opulent pieces of technology and [jewelry combined as one](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-freeclip-2). For those who fear that their earphones may be put through some physical distress in their bags or in their pockets, however, Happy Plugs also offer alternative metallic versions in both silver and gold for at $39.99 and $29.99 respectively. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Tech Accessories:** The demand for high-end and luxury tech accessories is rising, creating opportunities for companies to create unique and premium products like 18-carat gold earphones. - **Jewelry Tech Hybrid Products:** The combination of traditional jewelry materials like gold with technology creates new opportunities for innovative and hybrid products. - **Affordable Metallic Tech Accessories:** As the demand for premium tech accessories rises, creating more accessible versions like Happy Plugs' metallic earphones can provide a cost-effective alternative for consumers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies can find disruptive opportunities to appeal to high-end consumers with unique and premium products. - **Jewelry:** Creating hybrid jewelry-tech products like gold earphones can create new markets and appeal to consumers looking for luxury and innovation. - **Fashion Accessories:** Expanding into the world of fashion accessories, companies can create disruptive innovation by incorporating technology to elevate everyday items like earphones. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke Wireless Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch-t10.md) - [Haute Fashion House Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herms-ateliers-horizons.md) - [Ultra Luxury Joint Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeweled-design.md) - [Sporty Gem-Encrusted Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solomon-x-bose-ultra-open-earbuds.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Rhinestone Earphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glam-earpods-holder.md) - [Luxe Gold-Plated Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldplated-iphone-15-pro.md) - [Luxury Flower-Designed Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Horizon-Earbuds.md) - [Haute Diamond-Studded Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-and-jacob-co.md) - [Opulent Crystal-Covered Earplugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-x-swarovski-experience-2-earplugs.md)