This Shirt Has Icons That Allow Its Wearer to Navigate in New Countries
Mishal Omar — November 8, 2016 — World
References: kickstarter
These travel shirts could become a crucial item to bring along on trips – particularly ones that include backpacking in areas that are not central.
Language barriers are a common concern for those traveling abroad. The 'TRVLshirt' aims to resolve this problem by offering a clothing item, a backpack and a tote bag that feature a multitude of icons that reference various objects or activities. The icons are simple and come in the form of images like a person sleeping on a bed, a phone, a plane and dozens more. The travel shirts and bags ensure that travelers will have a simple, visual way to communicate in situations where their knowledge of the regional language is limited or nonexistent.
These functional clothing items are a simple yet innovative way to ensure the safety and convenience of individuals' travels around the world.
Language barriers are a common concern for those traveling abroad. The 'TRVLshirt' aims to resolve this problem by offering a clothing item, a backpack and a tote bag that feature a multitude of icons that reference various objects or activities. The icons are simple and come in the form of images like a person sleeping on a bed, a phone, a plane and dozens more. The travel shirts and bags ensure that travelers will have a simple, visual way to communicate in situations where their knowledge of the regional language is limited or nonexistent.
These functional clothing items are a simple yet innovative way to ensure the safety and convenience of individuals' travels around the world.
Trend Themes
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Multilingual Clothing — The trend of clothing with icons that reference various objects or activities offers a simple, visual way to communicate in situations with language barriers.
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Travel Convenience — The trend of functional clothing items that provide safety and convenience for travelers around the world.
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Visual Communication — The trend of using simple and universal icons for communication in situations where regional languages are limited or nonexistent.
Industry Implications
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Travel and Tourism — The travel industry can leverage multilingual clothing as a solution to language barriers, enhancing the experience for international travelers.
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Fashion and Apparel — The fashion industry can explore the potential of incorporating functional features, like icons, into clothing, expanding their market and utility.
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Retail — The retail industry can offer multilingual clothing as an innovative product category, attracting customers seeking convenient and communication-focused travel solutions.
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