Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 462,655 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,243 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 320,976 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,243 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 320,976 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,215 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 462,655 cutting edge ideas.

Sporty Elegant Watches

The Timekeeper Stuns Kickstarter with a Modern and Ultra-Chic Aesthetic

— August 26, 2019 — Fashion
A sporty elegant watch is in high demand as the style-minded consumer is looking for versatility in his day-to-day. Seattle-based timepiece brand James & Muriel attempts to satisfy this niche with a sophisticated premium design that is currently gaining funding on Kickstarter. The goal has already been hit, but the campaign has a little more than a month to go, testifying to the aforementioned demand.

The sporty elegant watch embraces "Swiss-made gold plated Ronda movement" and surgical-grade stainless steel cases for added durability. The strap is made of full-grain Italian leather and the silhouette of the timepiece allows for individuals to switch it based on activity, ensuring a level of adaptability to the design.

James & Muriel's sporty elegant watch silhouette is made available to the consumer in three distinct colorways.
Trend Themes
1. Versatile Timepieces - In response to the demand for versatility in day-to-day wear, watchmakers can design timepieces that switch based on activity.
2. Sophisticated Sports Watches - There is room for design innovation in the sports watch segment, to create pieces that exemplify luxury and refinement but are still suited for physical activities.
3. Sustainable Luxury Accessories - Elegant watches made from materials that prioritize sustainability and ethical sourcing can appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Watchmaking Industry - Watchmakers can cater to the style-conscious consumer by creating timepieces that combine the functional and aesthetic aspects of watches.
2. Luxury Fashion Industry - Fashion companies can expand their offerings of luxury accessories with stylish sports watches that appeal to customers looking for versatility and refinement.
3. Sustainable Fashion Industry - Sustainable fashion companies can tap into the luxury market by creating elegant timepieces made from materials that prioritize sustainability and ethical sourcing.
5.4
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness