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Gemstone-Inspired Soaps

The 'Soap Stones' are Hand-Cut in a Brooklyn Design Studio

— April 18, 2014 — Fashion
PELLE Designs' Soap Stones are beautifully handcrafted glycerine soaps intended for display and use. These 100% natural vegetable-based soaps are made and hand-cut in PELLE Designs' Brooklyn studio.

The soaps combine luminous rose, aqua, jade and other exotic nature-inspired hues with the refreshing fragrances of essential oils such as eucalyptus and camphor. The Soap Stones are offered in three sizes and seven color/scent combinations.

The small 'nugget' Soap Stones sell for $9, the medium sized 'stones' for $17.59 and the large 'rocks' for $35. The different color/scent combinations include Citrine/Lemon/Basil, Rose Quartz/Grapefruit, Aquamarine/Camphor and an unscented crystal offering. Regardless of which soap you may opt to try out, there's no question that PELLE Designs' Soap Stones will make you question ever picking up a plain white bar of soap again.
Trend Themes
1. Nature-inspired Soaps - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of luxurious soaps with unique colors and scents inspired by nature.
2. Handcrafted Glycerine Soaps - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a business focused on creating artisanal glycerine soaps handmade in-studio.
3. Creative Soap Designs - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce soaps in unconventional shapes inspired by objects found in nature.
Industry Implications
1. Bath and Body - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce a new line of high-end bath and body products with innovative designs and natural ingredients.
2. Artisanal Products - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish a brand that specializes in creating artisanal products, such as hand-cut soaps, with a focus on craftsmanship and unique materials.
3. Home Decor - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine functionality and aesthetics by creating decorative soaps that can also be displayed as home decor items.
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