# Gaudy Underwater Illuminators The Anthropologie Octopus Chandelier is Eclectically Ornate By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-02-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-octopus-chandelier References: [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/shopnew-home/A26524918.jsp) & [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com) The [Anthropologie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-1) Octopus Chandelier is a gaudy home accessory sure to liven up any drab interior. The [eclectic illuminator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-x-flos) comes at a hefty price of $3498.00 and is available in three different color hues that include a bright red, pink and blue finish. The baroque inspired pieces are a perfect gift for any [sea creature lover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures) or eccentric home decor buff. Created by designer Adam Wallacavage, these clay and resin made accessories are both whimsical and bold. The Anthropologie Octopus Chandelier is handmade in the US and features a design that pays homage to the ornate and over-the-top aesthetic of the Baroque era. Its intricate and lifelike details make it a perfect addition to a children's room or eclectic apartment space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ornate Illuminators:** Opportunities lie in creating gaudy and eclectic illuminators that add character and personality to home interiors. - **Baroque Inspired Decor:** Designers can capitalize on the popularity of baroque inspired decor to create unique and whimsical home accessories. - **Lifelike Clay and Resin Decor:** Creating lifelike and intricate clay and resin decorative pieces can appeal to the whimsical and imagination-driven consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Home decor industry can create ornate and whimsical illuminators that cater to the eclectic and imaginative consumers. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Companies can specialize in creating unique and handmade baroque inspired decor using a variety of materials, such as clay and resin. - **Children's Toys and Decor:** Children's toys and decor industry can benefit from creating lifelike and whimsical decor that captures children's imagination and sense of wonder. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fishnet-Made Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-mycreation-droplet-lamp.md) - [Algae-Based Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chandeliers-sconces.md) - [Maximalist Chandelier Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev.md) - [Maximalist Arched Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oblure.md) - [Sculptural Glass Chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamar-grande-chandelier.md) - [Otherworldly Lighting Fixture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otherworldly-lighting-fixture.md) - [Dynamic Artful Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ghost-chandelier.md) - [Shell-Like Structural Wall Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnacle-wall-sconce.md) - [Creature-Like Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-center-table.md)