# Wearable Boombox Vests Joey Andolina Designs a Tune-Blasting Apparel By Matt Ho | Published 2011-12-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joey-andolina References: [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com/2011/12/oh-shishi-you-got-that-boom-boom-pow-ves.php) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/73003322/speaker-vest-with-8-subwoofer) If carrying a boombox over the shoulders is too much work and strain on the body, then Joey Andolina will make things easier by having you wear one. Joey Andolina took a Dainese Gilet Cali Tessuto vest and modified it into a [wearable boombox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gvest-icon). The speakers themselves are a pair of [amplified motorcycle speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-speaker1) that's been integrated into the vest. If that's not enough, he's also put in an 8" Boss Audio Bass900 subwoofer as well for a bolder sound. The vest is powered by a size 36 10-cell rechargeable battery belt. All volume controls are right by the hip for easy access. The speaker is an interesting concept that brings a different approach to [boomboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundboks). Wearing one instead of hoisting one over the shoulders seems like a better approach. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Wearable Boomboxes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing wearable audio devices that offer convenience and portability. - **Integrated Speaker Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring the integration of speakers into everyday apparel for a unique audio experience. - **Battery-powered Sound Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating rechargeable battery belts that power wearable audio devices for extended playtime. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with fashion brands to create stylish and functional wearable boomboxes. - **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced speaker technology that can be seamlessly integrated into various products. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding the market for wearable audio devices by targeting tech-savvy consumers who seek innovative audio solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrating Wearable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-wearable-speaker.md) - [Music-Focused E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noordung-boombox.md) - [Backpack-Style Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-amplifier.md) - [Modernized Boomboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-are-rewind.md) - [Sleek Audio Bag Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-bag-and-mixer-bag.md) - [Wearable High-Quality Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-x-teufel.md) - [Technologically Enhanced Electronic Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-handbags.md) - [Wearable Communication Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inxects-vest.md) - [AI-Powered Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vbox-boombox.md)