# Foldable Summer Shades The Linda Farrow x Tim Hamilton Frames are Compact and Durable By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-06-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linda-farrow-x-tim-hamilton-frames References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/linda-farrows-freakishly-functional-frames.php) & [openingceremony.us](http://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=1&menuid2=5&designerid=396&productid=20770) These [fold-up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-foldable) Linda Farrow x Tim Hamilton frames are the way to go if you want to travel light this summer. With the ability to miniaturize itself into the size of a [Blackberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-retinol-blemish-serum) phone, these shades are much more durable than the usual sunglasses you'd have to carefully encase. Coming in two different summer-fun colors, these cute and handy shades are definitely hip and happening for the ones who love [cute eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear) and enjoy the convenience of light packing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Foldable Eyewear:** There is an opportunity for eyewear companies to create foldable frames that take up minimal packing space and are durable for travel. - **Compact Fashion Accessories:** The trend towards compact fashion accessories provides opportunities for designers to create products that are both stylish and practical for travel. - **Durable Sunglasses:** The demand for more rugged and durable sunglasses provides opportunities for companies to innovate with new materials and designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry could benefit from creating more travel-friendly frames that cater to the needs of consumers on the go. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry could capitalize on the trend towards practical and stylish accessories for travelers. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry could incorporate more durable materials into sunglasses to meet the growing demand for rugged and travel-friendly eyewear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Practical Stylish Foldable Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/editions-pliables.md) - [Collaborative Summertime Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jins-x-snow-peak.md) - [Advanced Co-Branded Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-mykita.md) - [Versatile Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/framery.md) - [Stylistic Lightweight Beach Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-swim-shady.md) - [Color-Changing Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rayban-original-wayfarer-change-transitions.md) - [Foldable Luxury Luggage Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-foldable.md) - [Classic Sporty Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vallon-daytrippers.md) - [Individual Lens-Protecting Eyewear Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oqular-clip.md)