# Pollution-Sensing Tees 'Warning Signs' Clothing Detects Pollutants by Changing Colors By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warning-signs-clothing References: [fastcompany](http://www.fastcompany.com/1718894/warning-signs-color-changing-shirts-sniff-out-air-pollution) & [nydailynews](http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/2011/01/19/2011-01-19_grad_students_create_colorchanging_clothes_that_detect_foul_air_shirts_act_as_to.html) 'Warning Signs' clothing makes use of remarkable [pollution-sensing technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecos-1) in order to create some seriously practical and helpful apparel. Designed by NYC grad students Sue Ngo and Nien Lam, 'Warning Signs' clothing features [internal organ graphics that change color](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-clothing) based on the amount of carbon monoxide in the vicinity. Definitely an interesting concept, these 'Warning Signs' clothing pieces are guaranteed to be a hit amongst environmentalists. **Implications** - As more [health conditions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underaware) arise with the increasing production of synthesized materials, consumers are looking for ways to stay healthy. Convenient products that offer healthier options are appealing to modern customers who live fast-paced lives. Companies could incorporate elements of health with efficiency when developing their products to attract more consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pollution-sensing Apparel:** Clothing that detects pollutants by changing colors. - **Health-conscious Fashion:** Apparel that offers healthier options for modern consumers. - **Practical Environmental Apparel:** Functional clothing for environmentalists with pollution-sensing technology. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Incorporating pollution-sensing technology in clothing for the health-conscious market. - **Technology:** Developing innovative solutions to detect pollutants and enhance health in apparel. - **Environmental Conservation:** Creating practical and functional clothing to raise awareness and monitor pollution levels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biomaterial Color-Changing Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensibiom-2.md) - [Skin-Caring Pollution Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-drop-finder.md) - [Hydrophobic Technical Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technical-tee.md) - [Pollution-Removing Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-campaign-sucks.md) - [Thermal Stress-Monitoring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology.md) - [Adaptable Anti-Odor T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellen-patinatech-tshirt.md) - [Virus-Detecting Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virusdetecting-smartwatch.md) - [Future-Focused Air-Filtering Suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voice-in-sight.md) - [Organic Water Quality Testers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colores-del-rio.md)