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Thermochromic Color-Changing Timepieces

Time to Talk was Created with Men's Mental Health in Mind

— December 13, 2021 — Fashion
Time to Talk is a color-changing timepiece created by Triwa in collaboration with Mind, a Swedish non-profit mental health advocacy organization. The wristwatch mimics the popular mood ring technology from the late 20th century. It uses thermochromic technology to change colors based on the wearer's body temperature, supposedly revealing the emotional state of its use.

Triwa and Mind worked together to create a watch that encourages men's mental health. Its mindful intent is combined with a contemporary take on the classic timepiece silhouette. The watch is complete with detailing traditional associated with the male gender, including a bezel and a singular crown. Moreover, the watch dial changes color based on heat-reactives that indicate the wearer's body temperature, making for an everchanging design.

Image Credit: Triwa / Mind
Trend Themes
1. Thermochromic Technology in Wearables - The use of thermochromic technology in the creation of wearables allows for designs that respond to the user's body temperature, opening opportunities for wearable tech that doubles as accessories and fashion items.
2. Mindful Wearables for Mental Health - The creation of Time to Talk, a wristwatch aimed at promoting mental health, paves the way for the development of wearables designed with mindfulness and well-being in mind.
3. Gendered Design in Wearables - The Time to Talk wristwatch is an example of how gendered design elements can be incorporated into wearable tech, indicating potential for more personalized design and marketing.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Accessories - The use of thermochromic technology in fashion items such as wristwatches provides an opportunity for innovative designs that combine fashion and function.
2. Mental Health Advocacy and Non-profit Organizations - Collaboration between tech companies and mental health advocacy organizations can lead to the development of mindful and helpful tech products aimed at promoting mental health.
3. Wearable Technology - The creation of wearables such as Time to Talk demonstrates the potential for innovative and functional designs in the wearable technology industry, aimed at improving people's daily lives.
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