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# Garment-Inspired Speakers
The Horn iPod Dock Borrows Elements from Traditional Korean Clothes

By Matt Ho | Published 2011-03-17 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horn-ipod-dock
References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/archives/022248.php) & [himacs.eu](http://www.himacs.eu/news/news_5/&#39746horn-the-new-hi-macs-art-piece-for-ipod)

For [stylish speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition) with a traditional Asian twist, check out the Horn iPod Dock designed by Shi-hyung Jeon.

Despite its name, the Horn iPod Dock isn't really modeled after a horn. Instead, designer Shi-hyung Jeon modeled the look after traditional Korean garments. The speakers "reinterprets the line of the sleeve of the traditional “Han-bok” and “Beo-seon” Korean clothes in a contemporary style" according to Hi-Macs. The design's curvy aesthetic actually helps provide clearer and fuller sounds by allowing minimal sound distractions.

Shi-hyung Jeon does a great job of forging modern items with a traditional twist. It's one of the few products in which [style and functionality go hand-in-hand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio).

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.7/10
- Popularity: 17% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Asian-inspired Design:** Designers incorporating traditional Asian elements into contemporary products, creating a unique and appealing aesthetic.
- **Curved Aesthetics:** Utilizing curved shapes and designs to enhance the audio quality of speakers, providing clearer and fuller sounds.
- **Style Meets Functionality:** The integration of style and functionality in products, creating a harmonious balance between aesthetics and performance.

### Where This Applies

- **Consumer Electronics:** Innovations in speaker design and technology, catering to the growing demand for stylish and high-performing audio devices.
- **Fashion and Design:** Exploration of traditional fashion elements and their incorporation into modern designs, bridging the gap between fashion and home decor.
- **Home Audio:** Advancements in audio technology and speaker design that prioritize both aesthetics and sound quality, creating immersive listening experiences.

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