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# Pixelated Pac-Man Book-Holders
The 3D Ghost Shelf by LightYourselfUp Will Scare Off Roommates

By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-06-26 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-ghost-shelf-by-lightyourselfup
References: [thisiswhyimbroke](http://www.thisiswhyimbroke.com/pac-man-ghost-bookshelf) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/95640660/3d-ghost-shelf)

The 3D ghost shelf by LightYourselfUp is perfect to hold a collection of books or show off pictures in your bedroom. This [retro bookshelf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-australia-1) would make a great accessory in any room, and is perfect for those individuals who grew up playing the [classic game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman).

Each pac-man bookshelf is customized however you would like; you can choose the color, width, height and even the direction of the eyes. This ghostly product can hold books of different widths, and is sure to scare off your siblings from coming into your room.

LightYourselfUp is a company that designs [pixel furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror) from Barcelona, Spain. Remember all the time you spent chasing these ghosts? Now you can make your gaming dreams come true with this this 3D ghost shelf. This product can be purchased online, has free shipping and costs $570.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.8/10
- Popularity: 13% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Customized Bookshelves:** There is an opportunity to create personalized bookshelves that can be customized in terms of color, width, height, and design.
- **Retro Gaming Accessories:** Innovative products inspired by classic games like Pac-Man can be developed to cater to nostalgia-driven consumers.
- **Pixel Furniture:** Designing furniture with pixelated aesthetics can be a unique and disruptive approach to home decor.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture companies can explore the market for customizable bookshelves and incorporate pixelated designs.
- **Gaming Merchandise:** The gaming industry can create retro-themed accessories, like the 3D ghost shelf, to appeal to gaming enthusiasts.
- **E-commerce:** Online retailers have an opportunity to offer unique pixel furniture, like the 3D ghost shelf, with convenient purchase options.

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