Jewelry from Recycled Vinyl Records

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Aroha Silhouettes Necklaces

— November 15, 2008 — Fashion
How cool is this? These necklaces from Seattle-based Aroha Silhouettes are not only some of the coolest and stylish eco-conscious pieces, they have an otherworldly quality, something like a tattoo almost.

Channeling a very old tradition of black cut out silhouettes, this version is very current.

Made from old vinyl records, the cut out pieces are a great gift idea for someone who has everything, but envisions herself to be on point.

Implications - In today's society, businesses often face the challenge of satisfying a wide range and sometimes contradictory set of consumer demands. Businesses that are able to combine popular qualities such as retro-revival and eco-friendly will fare well within society today. Consumers will likely invest in those products that meet their first demands.

Trend Themes

  1. Retro-revival — Businesses that incorporate retro-revival elements into their products or services have the potential to stand out in today's market.
  2. Eco-friendly Fashion — The growing demand for sustainable fashion presents opportunities for businesses to create innovative products using recycled materials.
  3. Unique Gift Ideas — The popularity of unique and personalized gifts opens up a market for businesses that offer one-of-a-kind products like jewelry made from recycled materials.

Industry Implications

  1. Fashion — The fashion industry can explore incorporating retro elements and eco-friendly practices to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers.
  2. Art and Craft — Artisans and crafters can tap into the trend of creating unique and sustainable products by repurposing materials like vinyl records.
  3. Gift and Novelty — The gift and novelty industry can capitalize on the demand for distinctive and environmentally friendly gift options by offering jewelry made from recycled materials.
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