# Indulgent Decor Alcohol-promoting tables reflect a more open and accepting culture of drinking. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Mar 11, 2014, updated Mar 31, 2014 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/indulgent-decor ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.4/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Indulgent Decor trend? **Indulgent Decor:** With celebrity culture often portraying acts of indecency in a very open and normalized manner, modern consumers, particularly youth, are subsequently becoming more immune and expressive of traditionally immoral activities. Furnishings that promote alcohol indulgence and behavior provide individuals with more convenient ways to drink socially at home, combining practical pieces of decor with the need to participate in acts of consumption. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Aug 5, 2012 to Mar 11, 2014 - Published: Mar 11, 2014 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Indulgent Decor trend ### Normalization of Immoral Activities As modern consumers become more immune to and expressive of traditionally immoral activities, furnishings that promote indulgence in these activities provide an opportunity for practical pieces of decor to be combined with the need to participate in acts of consumption. ### Portable and Multi-Purpose Furnishings There is a demand for furniture with added mobility and versatility, allowing individuals to take their entertainment with them wherever they go. ### Innovative Drinking Games The need for novelty and excitement in drinking activities has resulted in the development of both minimalist and extravagant drinking games. ## What the Indulgent Decor trend means for industry ### For Furniture and Home Goods Companies that efficiently merge innovative designs with functionality to create multi-purpose and unconventional furniture will likely appeal to a wider range of consumers. ### For Food and Beverage A new wave of innovation in the drinking culture and party games provides an opportunity for bars and clubs to attract customers with merchandise that caters to their personality or interests. ### For Entertainment Technology Companies that offer a wide range of interactive entertainment technology market products have an opportunity to expand their line of products by developing games that cater to young adults interested in drinking games and other alcohol-related activities. ## Trend signals for Indulgent Decor Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 67%, activity 56%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 67% - Activity: 56% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Indulgent Decor trend 6 featured examples from Aug 5, 2012 to Mar 11, 2014. - [Mini Tabletop Drinking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-beer-pong): Easily Bring Your Favorite Game to Any Party with Mini Beer Pong (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Creating mini versions of popular tabletop games, especially drinking games, could open up new opportunities in this industry. - [Ice Cooler Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-party-furniture): This Rustic Table From Builders Showcase Has Steel Trough (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Outdoor furniture manufacturers can explore opportunities to develop and market furniture with built-in features, such as coolers or storage compartments, to enhance outdoor exper… - [Ice Bucket-Infused Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dine-table): The Dine Table Adds Sophistication and Class to Any Dinner Party (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive opportunity for furniture designers to create innovative and functional tables that incorporate built-in ice buckets. - [Portable Cocktail Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rodie-mini-bar): The 'Rodie Mini Bar' Follows Alcohol-Lovers Wherever They Go (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Developing mobile bars, cocktail kits and drinking accessories for alcohol or tasting events to provide a more immersive and unique experience. - [Video Game Drinking Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beer-pong-table): This Beer Pong Table is Inspired by a Pokemon Battle Sequence (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Incorporate nostalgic, interactive gaming and drinking elements into home entertainment furniture and decor with a creative touch. - [Dynamic Drinking Game Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/led-beer-pong-table): This LED Beer Pong Table Glows to Party Music (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The entertainment equipment manufacturing industry can capitalize on the demand for LED beer pong tables by producing high-quality and customizable products. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - 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