# Lamps That Zip To Dim The ZipLight By Alex Covert | Published 2008-09-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ziplight References: [coolbuzz.org](http://www.coolbuzz.org/entry/zip-light-lets-you-switch-on-the-lamp-in-a-novel-way/) & [shannonsouth](http://www.shannonsouth.com/ss_portfolio-products.html) When you get bored of your grandma’s clap on/clap off, [bedside-lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poldina-classic-lamp), give the ZipLight a chance. Designed by Shannon South, this [circular, bag-like structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moodi) unzips to reveal fluorescent light. It’s a [soft, hanging lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-lamp)… that unzips when you want more brightness. The zipper is translucent so, when the light “zips” on, the zipper’s teeth glow blue. **Implications** - Simple pieces that boast a quirky design as seen in the ZipLight provide a perfect balance between fun and function that the adult consumer can appreciate. Though most consumers have shed the lack of concern for logic that is often observed in youth, that does not mean they don't appreciate a little bit of fun. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Zipper Lighting:** The ZipLight utilizes a fun and functional zipper design to create a new type of lighting that the adult consumer can appreciate. - **Circular Lighting:** The circular design of the ZipLight provides a unique and modern take on lighting design. - **Translucent Zippers:** The ZipLight's use of a translucent zipper creates a fun and visually appealing element to the lighting design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The ZipLight presents an opportunity for home decor companies to explore new and unique lighting designs that combine function and fun. - **Lighting:** The circular, hanging design of the ZipLight creates an opportunity for lighting companies to explore new and innovative forms of lighting for consumers. - **Fashion:** The use of a translucent zipper in the ZipLight presents an opportunity for fashion companies to incorporate fun and unique design elements into their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable Colorful Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeeze-inflatable-lamp.md) - [Ultra-Flexible Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anywhereuse-lamp.md) - [Compact Elaborate LED Smart-Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-lamp.md) - [Foldable Wooden Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-folding-lamp.md) - [Inflatable Mood Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blow-lamp.md) - [Storage-Friendly Task Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storage-lamp.md) - [Multifunctional C-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clamp.md) - [Space-Saving Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacesaving-desk-lamp.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Dynamic Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp.md)