Trend cluster
Category

Paper Page
Worship

Backlash from the rise of the eReader results in book-inspired products.

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What's Happening

What is the Paper Page Worship trend?

Paper Page Worship: Everytime a product or service gains a large following, it also accumulates a group of people fighting against its popularity. This can be seen with the rise of digital reading. Die-hard fans of hardcover literature are wearing their preference with pride by indulging in book-inspired products. Ultimately, this pattern serves a sense of nostalgia and classicism.

Trend themes

Themes within the Paper Page Worship trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Backlash Against Digital Reading

The rise of digital reading has resulted in a backlash from a group of people who prefer hardcover literature, leading to the creation of book-inspired products.

02

Nostalgia for Classic Literature

Consumers are seeking a sense of nostalgia and classicism, leading to the creation of products inspired by classic literature.

03

Repurposing of Old Books

Old books are being repurposed into new products, such as a handmade book of chocolate, a DIY book headboard and a bookshelf necklace.

Industry implications

What the Paper Page Worship trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Publishing

Publishers could tap into the nostalgia for classic literature trend by re-releasing popular books in new and creative formats, such as book-inspired products.

For

Home Decor

The repurposing of old books trend presents an opportunity for home decor companies to create unique furniture and accessories inspired by classic literature.

For

Cosmetics

Cosmetics companies could collaborate with designers to create limited edition kits inspired by classic literature, such as the collaboration between Olympia Le Tan and Lancôme.

Trend signals

Trend signals for Paper Page Worship

Trend score 3.9 out of 10, from popularity 55%, activity 54%, freshness 8%.

Popularity55%
Activity54%
Freshness8%
Audience
30%Men
70%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific