# Built-In Headphone Toques The Tuned-In Knit Hat Plays Music While Keeping Ears Warm By Meghan Young | Published 2013-08-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunedin-knit-hat References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/08/17/Tuned-In-Knit-Hat-with-Built-In-Headphones/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Tuned-In-Knit-Hat-with-Built-In-Headphones) Winter may still be a season away, but that doesn't mean people shouldn't start thinking about updating their accessories for the impending cold, especially when it comes to products like the Tuned-In Knit Hat. This isn't a person's average toque. It boasts [built-in headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aiaiai-x-hiddenny-headphones) so that people can listen to their music on the go without freezing their ears off. Let's face it, [over-the-ear headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overear-headphones1) are not replacements for hats or earmuffs. Created by 2 Chic, the Tuned-In Knit Hat are available in two colorways: gray and pink as well as blue and gray. The headphones are conveniently removable, which allows the wearer to replace them as necessary. It also comes with a [built-in volume control](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueant-pump-x). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Built-in Headphones:** The integration of headphones into clothing accessories presents an opportunity for fashion and tech industries to collaborate in creating innovative wearable products. - **Cold-weather Accessories:** The demand for multi-functional winter accessories, such as toques with built-in headphones, provides an opening for companies in the fashion industry to expand their product offerings. - **Removable Headphone Design:** The development of removable headphones in winter accessories opens up possibilities for companies to create customizable and versatile products for consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of built-in headphone accessories to create stylish and functional winter apparel. - **Technology:** The integration of headphones into clothing articles offers opportunities for the tech industry to contribute innovative solutions that enhance the user experience. - **Audio Equipment:** The rise of built-in headphone accessories presents a potential market for audio equipment manufacturers to collaborate with fashion brands in designing and manufacturing integrated products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Helmet-Friendly Open Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detachable-open-ear-headphones.md) - [Heated Audio Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heated-earbuds.md) - [Waterproof Audio Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-audio-technology.md) - [Tactile Control Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olfoo-headphones.md) - [Sleek Enhanced Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptix.md) - [Detachable Dual-Mode Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streamline-hybrid-earphones.md) - [Contoured Ear-Hugging Headphone Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbugs.md) - [Hybrid Wearable Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neckphone-tri.md) - [Enhanced Music Display Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futureahead.md)