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# Seven-Layer Protection Eyewear
The Savage Sunwear Wayfarer Sunglasses are Strong and Lightweight

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-21 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protection-eyewear
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/full-framed-carbon-fiber-wayfarers/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-sunglasses-of-the-future--2)

When it comes to [UV protection eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos), there are a variety of different options on the market but Savage Sunwear [Wayfarer sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-ultralite-sunglasses) are looking to be the most versatile. Rather than just offer a pair of sunglasses that will protect from UV rays, the Savage Sunwear Wayfarers are crafted from carbon fiber for lightweight durability. This allows them to be used in a variety of different activities ranging from surfing, to surviving the daily commute.

The lenses on the Savage Sunwear Wayfarers are designed to be some of the best when it comes to protection eyewear. The seven layer design blocks out harmful rays, but also helps to keep the glasses looking new thanks to [scratch-resistant technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavy-tropix-sport), impact resistance and much more.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.8/10
- Popularity: 38% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Versatile UV Protection Eyewear:** The trend of UV protection eyewear that offers versatility in different activities, such as surfing and commuting, provides opportunities for disruptive innovation.
- **Lightweight and Durable Sunglasses:** The trend of sunglasses crafted from lightweight and durable materials, such as carbon fiber, presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the eyewear industry.
- **Advanced Seven-layer Lens Technology:** The trend of advanced seven-layer lens technology that provides superior protection from harmful rays, while maintaining scratch-resistance and impact resistance, creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the eyewear industry.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Outdoor Sports and Recreation:** The outdoor sports and recreation industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating versatile UV protection eyewear into their product offerings.
- **Commuter Accessories:** The commuter accessories industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing lightweight and durable sunglasses that cater to the needs of daily commuters.
- **Eyewear Manufacturing:** The eyewear manufacturing industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by investing in advanced seven-layer lens technology to create sunglasses with superior protection and durability.

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