Sad (but necessary) innovation

First of all, let me say state that I am a huge fan of innovation. I find most 'new stuff' pretty exciting - and worringly seductive. Which is why I was surprised to be almost in tears on the tube earlier today reading a couple of articles in Metro.   

There are two new products for kids/teenagers on the market.  The first is UK made - a knife-proof hoodie made from Kevlar (like military body armour in Iraq), which recently protected a 15-year whilst he was slashed at a cash machine.

This is his hoodie. His back was OK, but his hands took a bit of punishment.

It would appear that "the hoodies have also proved a hit with female joggers and dog walkers - prompting makers Bladerunner to bring them out in baby blue and pink".

The second is from the US, and as this youtube promo shows, just as bleak.

Sigh.