Tech Accessories: A Roundup of All That’s Trending

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Tech rules our lives, so much so that almost everything we do now in our daily day-to-day is somehow dictated by tech. With every new gadget that’s released, there is double the number of accessories that flood the market. But which ones offer real value, which ones are worth the money?

We’ve got a roundup of the hottest trends of the past year, so you can see if you’ve kept up!

What’s Trending in Phone Accessories?

Phone accessories have reached a new level of functionality, allowing you to get the most out of your mobile. Developers are experimenting with different materials from silicone to magnesium and polycarbonate, in an effort to play around with the benefits each material offers.

Here are some of the top trending phone companions of this year.

1. Pop Sockets

Pop sockets can be summed up in three words: versatile, simple, genius. These little round disks have taken the globe by storm.

These little strokes of genius were born out of the need for a simple technicality – our phone screens were getting bigger and our hands were feeling smaller. In came the pop sockets, a perfect midway dock for your fingers to grip your phone without overstretching your hands. They ‘pop’ out twice to give you different gripping options so you can get that perfect selfie every single time.

3. Key Rings

Similar to pop sockets in function, but different in design – key rings are also a hot trend as far as phone accessories go. They come in a variety of different styles and offer slightly better grip than pop sockets due to the option of letting you hook your finger through the ring.

This may be a more suitable option for the much larger phone models that need extra grip support.

4. Multi-functional Phone Cases

Everyone knows phones are only as interesting as their cases. This year, in addition to the usual creative colors and patterns, cases had features that aimed at helping your phone perform better too.

From attached wallets and selfie lights, to battery powered cases, to covers that are heat proof and waterproof to suit your climate – phone cases have graduated from being an aesthetic addition to a straight up upgrade for your phone!

What’s Trending in Laptop Accessories?

1. Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse

If you’ve got a laptop that doubles as a tablet, investing in a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse helps with portability and usability of your gadget.

No matter how much we might try to get comfortable with it, a traditional mouse just provides so much more comfort than a trackpad!

2. External Bluetooth Speakers

If you love your music, or your laptop doesn’t quite have the volume capability you like, investing in a pair of Bluetooth speakers may be what you need. They range from small and portable to larger and louder based on your needs. They’re definitely a popular accessory pick!

5. External Hard Drives/USB

Backing up your data or having a portable option for when you can’t haul your laptop around is an essential component of getting the most out of your tech.

If you haven’t added any of the accessories above to your collection yet, you better hurry before the next wave of inventions is upon us! After all, no industry quite beats the tech industry when it comes to innovation!

4 Subconscious Ways Colors Affect Branding in 2019

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The psychology of how color impacts us is backed by years of research and theories. However, skeptics still argue that how we perceive color has a lot to do with our own subjective experiences and preferences. Regardless of whether you agree or disagree, the fact is that color is a crucial part of promoting products we use on an everyday basis, and a core strategy used in marketing all over the world.
Here’s a list of 4 ways color will impact your everyday life in the upcoming year.

  1. 1. Your Favorite Brands

The color of a brand often says a lot about the image they want to portray. Take Apple for example. With its neutral palette of blacks, steel grays, and white, the brand holds a distinct image of being classic, timeless, and elegant.
On the other hand, you have companies like Slack and Google with bright primary colors that immediately give the perception of creativity and diversity.
While brands usually have a default color palette associated with them, it doesn’t mean they can’t branch out when they want to. Google’s homepage logo often changes colors to symbolize different historical or current events. But even then, the shift in color is still a form of branding wherein the company attempts to portray itself as up-to-date or socially aware.

2. Fashion

You may have heard that black is the most fashionable color and white never goes out of style. While that may be true, the fashion industry is one of the most versatile industries when it comes to playing around with color.
In fact, color is such a fundamental part of fashion that each season, the Pantone Color Institute creates a report with a compilation of forecasts for future trends. For upcoming color trends in fashion for 2019, Pantone predicts a lively palette including colors such as bright orange and yellows, deep reds and mossy greens as well as light pinkish lavenders and coral.

3. Textiles

Upcoming textile trends are a blend of the classic and modern. While experts predict that vibrant, bold primary colors will be all the rage in 2019, there is also a forecast that muted neutrals such as mushroom gray and cool toned blues will also be popular as a reflection of modern, robotic elements of this day and age.

4. Home Décor 

Like the fashion industry, interior design also goes through seasonal shifts in color palettes. These are all reflective of changing trends, technology, and tastes. Don’t think home décor is restricted just to painting your walls. The colors that are trending tend to filter down into decorative pieces and cutlery too.
Predications for trending colors in 2019 include a combination of classic neutrals like terracotta, cream, and gray along with accents of brighter colors such as yellow. However, a standout trend is the growing popularity of misty pastels, especially blues and pink.

Color is such a fundamental part of everyday human life. It’s no wonder that industries try to use it in creative ways to reach their target audience. After all, there’s no better way to make a statement than to take something simple and make it extraordinary with a dash of color.

 

Keep an Eye Out for These Upcoming Fashion Trends in 2019

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The fashion industry is always evolving. With every passing season, there are different colors, patterns, and prints that are trending. But trends are like cycles. They go in and out of style and it’s difficult to stay on top of all that’s happening.

If you’re overwhelmed, don’t worry! We’ve compiled a list of 4 upcoming fashion trends for 2019 that you should keep an eye out for.

  1. Bright Color Palette

According to Pantone’s seasonal report, 2019 is going to see a splurge of color. The palette that is predicted to be in style contains bright colors such as orange, deep blue, fuchsia, coral pink , and turmeric yellow to name a few.

But while these colors may be making an appearance in stores next year, this doesn’t mean that the classic neutrals will go out of style. Soft browns and creams are expected to stay as structure pieces. These earth toned hues also tie in with the fashion industry’s attempts to become more environmentally conscious.

2.  Eco Friendly Materials

With the globe in an outcry over environmental awareness, it is no surprise that fashion trends for 2019 are utilizing eco-conscious materials such as fake fur in an attempt to conserve the planet. These fabrics are no less high quality than other options but they speak of a deeper desire to care for Mother Nature. Other fabrics to look out for are denim, light linens, and jacquard.

3. Layering Patterns and Pieces

Another emerging trend for 2019 seems to be the layering of prints and patterns. From a rise in popular checkered shirts to lively florals and animal prints, everything seems to be coming together one on top of the other to give 2019’s fashion trends a visual explosion of color and design. If that wasn’t enough, experts also predict that layers items on top of each other will also be a trend to look out for.
4. Cozy, Simple Comfort

The fashion industry may be brimming with over the top, borderline odd designs and trends. However, one thing to notice in predications for 2019 is that this year will focus a lot on simplicity and comfort. Cozy, loose, large clothing is coming back to replace the tight silhouettes of the previous years.

5. Sporty Accessories

The trend for bright, sporty accessories is going to be big in 2019. This doesn’t mean you will need to pull out your tennis shoes just yet! But adding a pop of color to casual outfits through bags, glasses, shoes and hats will all be en vogue next year. If it still seems daunting to digest, that’s alright. Remember, fashion is what you make it. There is no uniform trend that fits all, it’s completely individualistic. So take these trends and make them your own! Mix and match until you find your own unique sense of style.