# Retromusement Innovative bubbles clue us to the opportunity of anything that invokes childhood me. By [Marissa Liu](https://www.trendhunter.com/marissaliu) | Published Nov 12, 2007, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/retromusement-innovative-bubbles-clue-us-to-the-opportunity-of-anything-tha ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.5/10 - Evidence articles: 3 ## What is the Retromusement trend? **Retromusement:** Products encompassing the traits of bubbles appeal to consumers seeking entertaining. Items covered on the site include digital and chocolate bubble wrap, colored soap bubbles, glow in the dark bubble bath soap, and even chicken-scented bubbles for dogs. These products illustrate the continued fascination with products typically associated with childhood into adulthood. Innovations that harness a consumer’s playful side hold massive appeal. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 3 featured examples - Articles from: Sep 9, 2006 to Jun 26, 2007 - Published: Nov 12, 2007 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Retromusement trend ### Nostalgia Products and innovations that tap into a consumer's playful side by reminding them of childhood experiences or toys can hold massive appeal. ### Novelty Unique and unusual products with odd features that stand out beyond the conventional offerings can attract customers who are looking for something fresh and different. ### Multisensory Products that offer an engaging and immersive blend of sensory experience can generate a strong emotional response in consumers and help establish a memorable and lasting connection with the brand. ## What the Retromusement trend means for industry ### For Toy and game industry Innovative toys and games that offer an interactive and exciting experience to consumers can become a hit in the market and pave the way for new and improved products. ### For Food industry Innovative food products that offer sensory experiences beyond the taste can create a unique selling proposition and help differentiate from other products in the market. ### For Entertainment and media industry Innovative media and entertainment products that build upon nostalgia, novelty, and multisensory appeals can attract customers seeking a break from conventional mainstream offerings and generate a dedicated following. ## Trend signals for Retromusement Trend score 5.5 out of 10, from popularity 75%, activity 84%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 75% - Activity: 84% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Retromusement trend 3 featured examples from Sep 9, 2006 to Jun 26, 2007. - [Glow in the Dark Bubble Bath](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-bubble-bath) (Category: Unique) Implication: There is an opportunity for personal care companies to create unique and playful bath products that appeal to consumers seeking to elevate their self-care routines with fun and un… - [Fetch A Bubble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fetch-a-bubble-chicken-scented-bubbles-for-your-dog): Chicken Scented Bubbles For Your Dog (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The Gazillion Fetch a Bubble Machine represents the unique and innovative pet toys that are capturing consumer attention. - [Digital Bubble Wrap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/putiputi-digital-bubble-wrap): PutiPuti (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The toy industry can benefit from embracing digital innovations to create toys that provide a sensory experience through sound and touch. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [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 Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)