# Bargain Sentimental Adding a personal touch saves money, induces gratitude. By [Robyn Currie](https://www.trendhunter.com/robyn) | Published Sep 30, 2009, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/cakeversations-saving-money-by-saying-it-with-baked-goods ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.0/10 - Evidence articles: 12 ## What is the Bargain Sentimental trend? **Bargain Sentimental:** With the economy remaining bleak, people are not willing to spend as much on fancy gifts; they are, however, willing to go the extra mile for something that won't cost much, but shows they care. Homemade goods, or items that show that thought has been put in, go a long way in the impact department. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 12 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 16 to Oct 4, 2009 - Published: Sep 30, 2009 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Bargain Sentimental trend ### Personalization Consumers are looking for simple yet thoughtful ways to show they care and feel a personal touch with gifts, making homemade goods and personalized treats trending. ### Whimsical Design Customers want to escape modern stress and look for unique ways to enjoy everyday products with playful designs, promoting the rise of spontaneous and imaginative items. ### Crowd Sourcing Companies can benefit from innovative invention inspired by crowdsourcing, eliciting responses from consumers and seeing which ideas are most popular and widely received with minimal effort. ## What the Bargain Sentimental trend means for industry ### For Food and Beverage These trends, especially personalization and whimsical design, can create a unique food design opportunity in the food industry and offer exclusivity to attract a wider audience. ### For Art and Design The trends identified here highlight the importance of design and personalization in the consumer experience, presenting an opportunity for artists and designers to offer creative solutions in the industry. ### For Retail As consumers demand personalized and whimsical products, the retail industry needs to focus on design innovation and personalized customer experiences to differentiate from competitors. ## Trend signals for Bargain Sentimental Trend score 6.0 out of 10, from popularity 86%, activity 86%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 86% - Activity: 86% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Bargain Sentimental trend 12 featured examples from Mar 16 to Oct 4, 2009. - [Haute Couture Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-couture-from-chanel-to-louis-vuitton-sweet-fashion-inspired-cupcakes): From Chanel to Louis Vuitton, Sweet Fashion-Inspired Desserts (Category: Luxury) Implication: Bakeries can tap into the trend of fashion-inspired desserts by creating a specialized line of designer cupcakes that cater to fashion-conscious consumers. - [Maternity Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pregnant-belly-cakes-baby-shower-bakery): Pregnant Belly Baking for Your Next Baby Shower (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Bakeries can capitalize on the trend of extreme and unique cake designs to offer customers one-of-a-kind creations for special occasions. - ['World of Warcraft' Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-warcraft-cakes): This Cake Wrecks Collection Will Make You Say WoW (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Bakeries can expand their customer base and increase revenue by offering themed cakes and confections that appeal to fans of popular video games and other areas of geek culture. - [Musical Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rock-band-cake): Mom Makes 'Rock Band' Birthday Cake for Gamer Son (Category: Tech) Implication: Bakeries can capitalize on the trend of personalized cakes by offering customization options and creating unique designs for customers. - [Storytelling Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nursery-rhyme-baking-intricate-cupcake-designs): Nursery Rhyme-Themed Baked Goods Are Gorgeous Works of Edible Art (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Innovative opportunities to showcase creativity and handcrafted baked goods in the bakery industry. - [Hungry Caterpillar Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hungry-caterpillar-cupcakes-canadian-culinary-artist-creates-custom-dessert): Canadian Baker Creates Custom Dessert Delights (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Bakeries can leverage custom dessert trends by offering personalized and visually impressive creations to stand out in the market. - [Flower Pot Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-pot-cupcakes-mothers-day-dessert): The Perfect Dessert For Garden Parties or Mothers Day Bashes (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for bakeries and catering companies to offer flowerpot cupcakes as a unique dessert option. - [Edible Knitting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitting-adorned-bakery-cupcakes-for-knit-night): DIY 'Knit Nights' Yarn Ball Cupcakes Made With Colorful Marzipan (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Bakeries can tap into the trend of DIY edible decorations to offer customers the option of adding whimsical elements to their baked goods. - [Cowboy Confections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-cakes): Wild West Cakes Reminisce About Days Gone By (Category: Unique) Implication: Growing market for cowboy-themed confections. - [Beastly Baked Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/where-the-wild-things-are-cake): 'Where the Wild Things Are' Cake is a Sweet Tribute to the Kids' Book (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The bakery industry can capitalize on the trend of edible artistry by incorporating creative techniques and designs into their cake offerings, attracting customers who seek unique… - [Cult Film Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/han-solo-carbonite-cake): Relive the 'Star Wars' Phenomenon With the Han Solo Carbonite Cake (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Bakeries can attract and retain customers by offering customized and novelty cakes based on popular media franchises, creating new revenue streams. - [Baked Shirt Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threadcakes): Threadcakes Gallery Recreates Threadless T-Shirts in Edible Form (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: The apparel and fashion industry can disrupt the market by incorporating crowdsourced designs and tributing pop culture through edible products like Threadcakes. ## Recent trend clusters - [Shelf Heirlooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/display-worthy-packaging) (Art & Design) - [Mood Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-ambient-lamps) (Art & Design) - [Seasonal Storytelling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/seasonal-storytelling) (Fashion) - [Ritual Sampling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/holiday-discovery-boxes) (Business) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Underground Alpine Learning Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underground-alpine-learning-spaces) - [Featherweight Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-dining-tables) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - 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