# Vibrantly Blurry Umbrellas The Le Pixel Beacj Brolly is Perfect for Hot Summer Days By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-pixel References: [bookofjoe](http://www.bookofjoe.com/2011/05/le-pixel-beach-brolly.html) & [shop.basilbangs](http://shop.basilbangs.com/product/le-pixel) It might not be beach-ready weather just yet, but those days are just around the corner so it is not too soon to prepare yourself; enter the Le Pixel [beach umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novara). This baby will keep you out of the hot sun's reach in style. Brought to you by Bondi Beach-based Basil Bangs, the Le Pixel beach brolly is not just fashionable, it is colorfully appropriate as well. A bright addition to any beach side setting, it will surely add to the fun and playful environment while also blending in with other [colorful umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trina-turk), towels, [swimsuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upf-collection), volleyball nets and more. Priced at $220, the Le Pixel beach brolly is made using a sublimated printed canvas, two-tone lightweight aluminum pole and a Basil Hinge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sublimation Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new techniques for sublimation printing on various materials to create vibrant and unique designs. - **Colorful Beach Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a range of colorful and stylish beach accessories that enhance the beach-going experience. - **Lightweight Aluminum Framework:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture lightweight aluminum frameworks for various outdoor products, making them more portable and easy to use. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative and fun products to enhance outdoor recreational activities, such as beach umbrellas and other beach accessories. - **Textile Printing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new printing methods and technologies to enhance the quality and scope of textile printing, especially for sublimation printing. - **Aluminum Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of lightweight and durable aluminum structures for various industries, including outdoor furniture and sporting goods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sturdy Heat Relief Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aliz-umbrella.md) - [Stylistic Lightweight Beach Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-swim-shady.md) - [Branded Smartphone Parasols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-parasol.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Water-Friendly Sun Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bote-hangout-shade.md) - [Marine-Grade Sun Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shibumi-shade.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Umbrella Standpoint Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standpoint.md) - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md)