# Time-Traveling Carriers The Big Business Case Collection is Where Old School Meets New By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-business-case-collection References: [holycool.net](http://www.holycool.net/2010/10/big-business-case-collection.html) & [seltzerstudios](http://www.seltzerstudios.com/cart.php?m=search_results&search=big) The Big Business case collection is an adorable set of [device accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-martina-calvi-collection) with an ironic twist. With five pieces in total, each case boasts a minimalist picture of the old-school version of the device it carries. The [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinypod-1) case bears a guitar print, the laptop case shows a monstrous mongrel of a computer, and the digital camera holder boasts an old-school analog cam. The series serves as a reminder of where the digital devices that are available now originated, making the Big Business case collection a [nostalgic must-have](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-50th-anniversary-iphone-17-pro). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-driven Products:** Create products that evoke nostalgia in customers to attract them on an emotional level. - **Minimalist Design for Device Accessories:** Design device accessories with minimalist artwork that represents the old-school version of the device it carries. - **Retro-inspired Tech Products:** Develop tech products that feature retro designs to appeal to those who enjoy combining digital technology and vintage aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies can create retro-inspired accessories for modern tech devices to capture customers who value nostalgia. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Designers can incorporate minimalist, retro-themed accessories into clothing ensembles to complement tech devices. - **Entertainment:** Movie and TV show producers can develop retro sets and props to elevate a story's setting and atmosphere. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Cartoon Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-care-bears.md) - [Illustrative Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-scarry.md) - [Playful Tech Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-miffy.md) - [Sitcom Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-office-x-casetify-collection.md) - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Family-Friendly Tech Accessory Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-toy-story.md) - [Car-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daniel-arsham-11.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-puff-girls-collection.md) - [Craft-Aesthetic Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-martina-calvi-collection.md)