# Geeky Computing Headpieces The Atari Game Headband is for Nerdy Fashionistas By Summer Luu | Published 2010-11-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-game-headband References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/fashion/atari_game_headband_helps_you_look_robotic.php) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/59414777/atari-game-headband?ref=cat1_gallery_3) The [Atari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-x-nubeo-ventana-automatic-atari-asteroids) Game Headband is the ultimate geeky fashion accessory to tie back your hair. This headband is made out of an [Atari game motherboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation-go) and is held by a black elastic band. This system board headpiece will surely show your love for computers especially as you wear its internal mechanics on your head. The Atari Game Headband is definitely the next generation in geeky fashion. **Implications** - Due to the abundance of advanced technological products readily available in the marketplace, consumers are now embracing "geek chic." Customers are proud to boast fashions and products that feature nerdy or educational elements. Companies can cater to this technologically savvy target market by developing products that incorporate geeky qualities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Geek-chic Fashion:** Consumers are embracing fashion with nerdy or educational elements, presenting an opportunity for companies to develop products that incorporate these qualities. - **Tech-inspired Accessories:** The Atari Game Headband highlights the demand for accessories that show a love for technology and present an opportunity to manufacture more tech-inspired accessories. - **Retro-tech Revival:** The use of an Atari game motherboard in the Atari Game Headband presents a trend of reviving vintage technology, leading to opportunities to develop retro-tech products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Companies in the fashion industry can cater to the technologically-savvy target market by developing clothing and accessories that incorporate nerdy or educational elements. - **Gaming:** The use of Atari game motherboards in accessories presents an opportunity for gaming companies to partner with fashion brands to produce tech-inspired products. - **Electronics:** The trend of reviving vintage technology presents opportunities for electronics companies to develop retro-tech products that satisfy the nostalgic desires of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-x-nubeo-ventana-automatic-atari-asteroids.md) - [Retro Gaming Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-2600-my-play-smartwatch.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Timepiece Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nubeo-ventana-atari-edition-watch.md) - [Retro Arcade Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-1.md) - [Game Avatar-Inspired Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plumbob.md) - [Headband Display Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boinc-headphones.md) - [Gaming Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-watch.md) - [Gamified Brain-Boosting Headbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-muse-s-athena.md) - [Chic Retro Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation.md)