# Glow-in-the-Dark Neckties The Light-Up Tie is Perfect for Those Who Work the Night Shift By Michael Hines | Published 2013-03-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup-tie References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2013/03/10/light-up-electroluminescent-ties/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/124466048/light-up-tie-blue-el-wire-tie?r) The light-up tie is literally one of the flashiest ties around. This quirky tie was created by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archflex-desk-lamp) merchant ElectricStyles and features colorful lights on the border of the tie. The ties come in three different colors and have two modes, a normal mode where the lights are merely on and one where the lights actually blink. In addition to light-up ties, ElectricStyles also offers other lighted fashions such as [light-up bras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-esthetics1) and blazers. (Yes, a bra covered in colorful wire is as awesome as it sounds). While this tie is a little too silly to be warn in any sort of a professional setting, it would be great at [a rave or at a party](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightboks). The ties are all handmade and sell for $29.97. They're available now from ElectricStyles' Etsy store. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Light-up Fashion:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating more light-up fashion items beyond neckties, such as shoes or hats. - **Night Shift Accessories:** Developing accessories specifically designed for professionals who work night shifts, like light-up ties, can be a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Interactive Clothing:** Creating interactive clothing, like the light-up tie with blinking lights, opens up possibilities for innovative and eye-catching fashion designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can explore incorporating light-up accessories into their product offerings, catering to a niche market of consumers looking for unique and attention-grabbing items. - **Event and Party Planning:** The event and party planning industry can incorporate light-up ties and other light-up fashion items into their offerings, providing party-goers with a fun and vibrant experience. - **Online Marketplaces:** Online marketplaces like Etsy can benefit from featuring and promoting light-up ties and other light-up fashion items as a unique and quirky category, attracting customers looking for unconventional fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Healthy Illumination Reading Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neck-reading-light.md) - [LED-Equipped Nighttime Baseballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightup-baseball.md) - [LED-Infused Festival Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinsel-arcade.md) - [Humorous Beer-Centric Formal Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-tux-and-brrrtie.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Device Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ddbrand-circuit-board.md) - [Smart Fairy Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fairy-lights.md) - [Clipping Strap-Free Headlamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nebo-einstein-cap-light.md) - [Illuminated Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illuminated-cycling-helmet.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Flashlight Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebones-edison-light-stick.md)