# Upcylced Wooden Shades These Recycled Eyewear Shades are Ideal for Eco-Conscious Beach Bums By Ian Andrew Panganiban | Published 2013-06-27 | Updated 2013-06-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-eyewear References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/style/accessories/recycled-skateboard-sunglasses.asp) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/SecondShot?section_id=13020632) 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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 45% | 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) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Recycled Eyewear:** The trend of using recycled materials in eyewear presents disruptive innovation opportunities for sustainable fashion brands. - **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. - **Handcrafted Accessories:** The growing popularity of handmade eyewear promotes disruptive innovation in the accessories industry, offering unique and customizable options for consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can benefit from incorporating recycled materials and sustainable practices to meet the increasing demand for eco-conscious products. - **Eyewear:** Eyewear brands have the opportunity to embrace sustainable fashion by creating sunglasses made from recycled materials, attracting eco-conscious consumers. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can tap into the trend of handcrafted eyewear, providing consumers with unique and personalized options for eco-friendly fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Cyclist Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vallon-watchtowers-cycling-sunglasses.md) - [Eco-Friendly Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-matters-collection.md) - [Organic Collaboration Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armedangels.md) - [Stylish Everyday Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenni-optical-introduced.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Wooden Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delray-se-sunglasses.md) - [Trendy Eco-Conscious Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bajio-sunglasses.md) - [Conscious Eyewear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondottica.md) - [Transparent Crystal Sunglasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-harwood-20.md) - [High-Performance Stylish Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heavy-tropix-sport.md)