Elements and characteristics of a trend

• Duration of Time


  Trends have longer staying power and enjoy a longer period of time
• Acceptability


  Trends are popularly accepted by many industries and people
• Cultural basis


  A trend is rooted on the people's cultural traditions, beliefs, and values
• Why can't some people related with trends?


  Because it does not align with their traditions, values, and beliefs
• Transistory increase or decrease


  There are trends that have lasted for a longer period of time but all trends have the potential to eventually slow down and decline.
• Can a trend become a fad?

  Yes, a trend can become a fad if there's not enough purpose left for it. It can also become a fad if not many people talk about it anymore.
• Trends emerge as a result of real needs
• Trends create a change that affects a wide range of people
• Trends overlap and interlock, reinforcing each other
• Trends can also run counter to each other and cancel each other out
• Trends can revert back on themselves becoming cyclical