# Luxe Minimalism Marble and brass combine to create a quietly glamorous aesthetic. By [Gil Cohen](https://www.trendhunter.com/ghaddi), SVP Client Success | Published Mar 28, 2017 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/luxe-minimalism ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Luxe Minimalism trend? **Luxe Minimalism:** Transitioning away from the simplistic black and white interpretation of minimalism, marbled surfaces alongside brass accents are infusing modern design with touches of glamor. Maintaining the clean and effortless feel the modern minimalist aspires to, marble patterns create dynamic texture for the eye to travel along, while notes of brass and copper incorporate a sense of richness, mirroring the rose gold hue prevalent within the fashion industry. This up-leveled aesthetic predicates new shifts within the minimalist movement. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Mar 5, 2015 to Jul 17, 2018 - Published: Mar 28, 2017 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Luxe Minimalism trend ### Marble and Brass Accents The combination of marble and brass or copper accents is becoming more prevalent in minimalist design. ### DIY Luxury DIY projects that allow individuals to create high-end, luxury products at a lower cost are becoming more popular. ### Analog Technology Using analog technology, such as marble mazes on gaming consoles, is becoming a popular way to create unique, non-traditional products. ## What the Luxe Minimalism trend means for industry ### For Interior Design Interior designers can take advantage of the trend of marble and brass accents to create sleek, luxurious spaces. ### For Fashion Accessories Fashion accessory brands can incorporate marble and brass accents into their designs to add a touch of glamour to their products. ### For DIY/Home Crafting DIY and crafting industries can cater to the trend of DIY luxury by offering products and services that allow individuals to create high-end products at a lower cost. ## Workshop question In what ways could you add complexity to your brand without muddying the core message or aesthetic? ## Trend signals for Luxe Minimalism Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 55%, activity 76%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 55% - Activity: 76% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Luxe Minimalism trend 8 featured examples from Mar 5, 2015 to Jul 17, 2018. - [Art Deco Marble Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/costume-jewelry): Etsy's Marble Costume Jewelry Marries Vintage and Modern Elements (Category: Fashion) Implication: The rise of Art Deco-inspired costume jewelry gives fashion jewelry companies a chance to tap into the growing market of individuals seeking unique and vintage-inspired accessorie… - [Seeping Marble Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-coffee-table): This Contemporary Coffee Table Portrays an Avant-Garde Design (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The furniture industry can adopt avant-garde designs and explore new material combinations to create disruptive and visually appealing products. - [DIY Luxury Notebooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-notebook): This Artist Uses Copper Accents to Decorate Notebooks (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive opportunities for artists and crafters to offer custom luxury notebook designs. - [Multicolor Marble Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earbuds-with-microphone): The Casetify Marble Earbuds with Microphone are Noise-Cancelling (Category: Tech) Implication: Integrating high-end materials and a focus on design into audio accessories to serve a more discerning consumer electronics market - [Decorative Concrete Popsicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-pop-accessories): These Ice Pop Accessories Feature a Marble and Gold Leaf Aesthetic (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by introducing unique and unconventional decorative pieces made from unexpected materials. - [Handcrafted Marble Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peca-santa-clara): The Peca Santa Clara Collection is Made of Marble and Copper (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Opportunity for the home decor industry to explore and expand their product offerings with handcrafted desk accessories. - [Analog Marble Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-maze-game-console): The 'A Maze' Game Console Has a Stylish and Antiquated Design (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Developing and manufacturing innovative gaming consoles with analog gameplay for retro gaming enthusiasts. - [Marble-Covered Exhibition Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-stone-atelier): 'PETRA. The Stone Atelier' Boasts Stones from All Over the World (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The architecture and design industry can incorporate marble and explore the concept of multi-use exhibition centers to create visually stunning and versatile spaces. ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)