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Upcylced Wooden Shades

These Recycled Eyewear Shades are Ideal for Eco-Conscious Beach Bums

— June 30, 2013 — Eco
The recycled eyewear shades from Second Shot and BotanyCo. are not only stylish, but also promote an eco-conscious lifestyle.

The 'Recycled Skateboard Sunglasses' are shades made out of bamboo and recycled skateboards. The infusion of the two materials helps create an eye-catching piece that many individuals can appreciate. The strength from the bamboo doesn't just make for ideal support, but it also adds a certain organic feel that not many sunglasses offer. The recycled eyewear shades are handcrafted in Canada -- no pairs are exactly alike. The lenses are non-polarized and come with UVA/UVB protection. The eco-chic sunglasses come are available in eight different color patterns.

Green is in, so why not hop on the bandwagon of eco-conscious fashion trends?
Trend Themes
1. Recycled Eyewear - The trend of using recycled materials in eyewear presents disruptive innovation opportunities for sustainable fashion brands.
2. Bamboo Sunglasses - The rise of bamboo sunglasses as a trendy fashion accessory opens up opportunities for businesses to capitalize on the demand for eco-friendly products.
3. Handcrafted Accessories - The growing popularity of handmade eyewear promotes disruptive innovation in the accessories industry, offering unique and customizable options for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can benefit from incorporating recycled materials and sustainable practices to meet the increasing demand for eco-conscious products.
2. Eyewear - Eyewear brands have the opportunity to embrace sustainable fashion by creating sunglasses made from recycled materials, attracting eco-conscious consumers.
3. Accessories - The accessories industry can tap into the trend of handcrafted eyewear, providing consumers with unique and personalized options for eco-friendly fashion accessories.
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