# UV Sensitive Beach Wear By Carl Boutet | Published 2006-07-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-sensitive-beach-wear References: [solestrom](http://www.solestrom.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=288) The world's first UV Smart Bikini featuring a smart fabric UV meter with Bright LED display - Make sure you don't stay out too long and add a little technology to your tannng. **Implications** - Tanning can be a dangerous activity if done too often or too carelessly, so it's good to see a product like this which helps users monitor their [UV exposure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfrepairing-uv-tech). Safety is always important when engaging in any activity, and hopefully the [bright LED display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati) that the UV Smart Bikini employs will be enough to keep cautious wearers safe. No one wants to get [skin cancer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-safety-installation), and using products like this is a good way to reduce that risk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Wearable Technology for UV Protection:** The development of smart wearable technology that helps users monitor UV exposure presents an opportunity for disruption in the fashion and health industries. - **UV Monitoring Fashion Accessories:** The trend towards incorporating UV monitoring technology into fashion items such as bikinis and hats presents an opportunity for disruption in the fashion and accessories industries. - **Sustainable UV Protection Fashion:** The trend towards sustainable UV protection fashion, including UV-blocking materials made from recycled and eco-friendly materials, presents an opportunity for disruption in the fashion and textiles industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** The development and integration of UV monitoring technology into fashion presents an opportunity for fashion companies to create innovative products that improve customer safety and health. - **Healthcare Industry:** The trend towards smart wearable technology for UV protection presents an opportunity for the healthcare industry to leverage this technology and promote healthy habits and behaviors among consumers. - **Textile Industry:** The trend towards sustainable UV protection fashion presents an opportunity for the textile industry to innovate and create new materials that are both eco-friendly and effective at protecting against UV radiation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Sun-Protective Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upf-collection.md) - [Kid-Friendly UV Patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnypatch.md) - [Sun Safety Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-guardian.md) - [Location-Based UV Tracker Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-day-app.md) - [Self-Inflating Kids Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-swimwear.md) - [Inclusive Beach Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclusive-beach-essentials.md) - [Creative Sun Safety Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-safety-installation.md) - [AI Sun Care Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burnable-billboard.md) - [Playful Sun-Safe Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunsafe-garments.md)