# Facebook-Inspired Cuff Links Every One Will Like These Thumbs-Up Cuff Links By Romina S. Cortellucci | Published 2012-07-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thumbsup-cuff-links References: [walltowatch](http://www.walltowatch.com/view/8670/Thumbs-Up) & [shar.es](http://shar.es/tVBEg) It is hard not to like these [social media-inspired](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/x-merch-collection) Thumbs-Up Cuff Links. Created by the online retailer ThinkGeek, the [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-and-facebook) ‘Like’ symbol was transformed into a pair of geek-chic cuff links. These accessories will sure add a dash of fun to any dress shirt. This product becomes even more hilarious when reading the ThinkGeek website’s pun-filled characterization of the men’s accessories. The site describes the cuff-links as, “a subtle, not in-your-Face way of throwing the Book at the establishment. It won’t earn you a place on the Wall of fame or even in the Timeline of history, but your more observant friends will notice your Updated Status symbol.” The Thumbs-Up Cuff Links are available to purchase for the price of just $9.99 US and are sure to get some likes and perhaps a poke or two. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Social Media-inspired Clothing Accessories:** Creating clothing items or accessories inspired by popular social media networks can be a disruptive innovation opportunity to appeal to younger and tech-savvy consumers. - **Novelty Cuff Links:** Designing quirky or humorous cuff links can be a disruptive innovation opportunity to target individuals looking for unique ways to express their personality and style. - **Geek-chic Fashion:** Developing fashion items that incorporate geek culture can be a disruptive innovation opportunity to cater to a niche group of consumers who are passionate about technology and pop culture. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can benefit from incorporating pop culture and technology themes into their designs to attract younger and tech-savvy customers. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce retailers, like ThinkGeek, can leverage niche and novelty products like the Thumbs-Up Cuff Links to appeal to a targeted audience and gain a competitive edge in the market. - **Gift and Novelty:** Gift and novelty retailers can expand their offerings by incorporating quirky and unique products like the Thumbs-Up Cuff Links that appeal to consumers looking for fun and playful gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Energizing Gold-Plated Cufflinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-hour-energy-cufflinks.md) - [Shirt Cuff-Integrated Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuff-watch.md) - [Magnetic Couples Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-couples-socks.md) - [Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handholding-socks.md) - [Tech-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-crocs.md) - [Minimalist Leather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plik-1.md) - [Personalized Jewelry Cuffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/name-drop-cuff.md) - [Software-Inspired Clog Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-xp-crocs.md) - [Visual Graphic-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keys.md)