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Versatile Eco-Friendly Towels

The Nomadix Towel is Eco-Conscious in Both Material and Design

— April 12, 2017 — Eco
While many products that advertise their environmental friendliness do so by putting sustainable materials at the forefront, the Nomadix towels are equally concerned with product design itself. The Nomadix towel is more than a towel alone — it's meant to serve as several different common beach items, such as a yoga mat, a blanket, and more.

To be sure, the Nomadix towel is also made from ecologically irreproachable materials. The versatile fabric derives from Global Recycled Standard-certified recycled bottles, meaning that each towel prevents extra waste that might very well end up in the ocean. Beyond that, though, the towel's shapeshifting multifunctionality means that consumers need not by several separate products to fulfill all their beach needs, ultimately reducing waste and consumption.
Trend Themes
1. Versatile Eco-friendly Products - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create eco-friendly products that serve multiple functions, reducing waste and consumption.
2. Design-conscious Sustainable Materials - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop products that prioritize both sustainable materials and innovative design.
3. Shapeshifting Multifunctionality - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design products with the ability to transform and serve multiple purposes, offering enhanced value and reducing the need for separate items.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Gear - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create outdoor gear that is both eco-friendly and offers versatile functionality for various activities.
2. Textile and Apparel - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable, recycled materials into textiles and apparel while focusing on multifunctional design.
3. Wellness and Fitness - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop fitness and wellness products that serve multiple purposes, such as yoga mats that can also function as towels or blankets.
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