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2028 Futures Lab

Exploring how technology, climate, identity
and consumption may reshape industries, consumer behaviour and business models by 2028.

FASHION| BEAUTY | INTERIORS

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Project Summary

Futures Lab 2028 explores how technology, climate, identity and consumption may reshape consumer behaviour, products, services and business models by 2028.

Rather than predicting a single future, the project uses scenario planning to explore multiple possible outcomes and their implications for brands, retailers and consumers.

The project combines

trend forecasting

foresight methodology

consumer insight

scenario planning

visual direction

innovation opportunity mapping

PROJECT OBJECTIVES

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Strategic Foresight

Understanding long-term change.

Consumer Insight

Understanding future behaviours.

Innovation Thinking

Identifying future opportunities.

Cross-Industry Thinking

Connecting fashion, beauty and interiors.

Trend Forecasting

Translating signals into scenarios.

Visual Storytelling

Communicating future possibilities.

How might technology, climate, identity and consumption reshape Fashion, Beauty and Interiors by 2028?

Forces of Change

Technology

Climate

Identity

Consumption

Future Scenarios

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Consumer Archetypes

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The Algorithmic Individual

Uses AI to optimize everyday decisions.

Values convenience and personalization.

Associated Scenario:

AI Abundance

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Adapts behaviour to environmental realities.

Values durability and resilience.

The Climate Pragmatist

Associated Scenario:

Climate Constraint

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The Identity
Curator

Builds multiple identities through products and experiences.

Values self-expression.

Associated Scenario:

Identity Fragmentation

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The Circular
Citizen

Prioritizes lifecycle impact and responsible consumption.

Values longevity and stewardship.

Associated Scenario:

Circular Mainstream

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Opportunity Matrix

Invest

AI Personalization

Smart Homes

Predictive Wellness

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Pilot

Digital Product Passports

Circular Services

Adaptive Materials

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Monitor

Emerging Identity Platforms

Decentralized Communities

Experimental Ownership Models

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AI Shopping Assistants

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Refill Beauty Systems

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Resale Platforms

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Smart Home Ecosystems

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Adaptable Materials

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Digital Product Passports

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