Credit-crunched consumers seek small indulgences to sweeten reality
Implications - The recession has contributed to the rise in cute products, like childish foods, as consumers gravitate to playful innovations and light-hearted comforts. Specialty cupcake shops are being flooded by customers looking for afternoon indulgences and even turning to them as substitutes for elaborate cakes.
Trend Themes
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Cute Food — Cute food is a trend that arose from consumers seeking playful and light-hearted indulgences during the recession.
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Customized Desserts — Customized desserts, like the themed cupcakes shown, are in demand and offer opportunities for innovation in the baking and pastry industry.
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Creepy Confections — Creepy confections, like the anatomical cupcakes and gamer cupcakes, are becoming popular beyond Halloween and offer unique opportunities for the pastry and gaming industries.
Industry Implications
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Baking and Pastry — The rise of customized, themed, and even creepy desserts present a strong opportunity for innovation in the baking and pastry industry.
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Entertainment and Gaming — The popularity of gamer cupcakes and other themed treats offer an opportunity for innovation in the entertainment and gaming industry.
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Packaging and Transport — Products like the Cupcase individual cupcake carrier show a demand for innovation in packaging and transport for cupcakes.
11 Featured, 36 Examples:
2,141,969 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Feb 09 — Dec 09
Trending:
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