# Dangerously Deceptive Bookmarks These Clever Bookmarks Will Save Your Place and Scare Your Family By Mesel Isaac | Published 2013-11-24 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookmark References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/485867504388803731/Armed-Bookmark) & [mollaspace](http://mollaspace.com/) These deadly bookmarks are a sure fire way to show everyone you take literature seriously. Called the Armed Bookmarks, these weapons of mass literature come in two different designs and are brass coated with paint. The first design is of a [dagger with a plant vine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-the-cell-shaded-allman)—complete with thorns and small leaves—crisscrossing up and down the blade of the knife and the second bookmark is a handgun with a fully bloomed flower coming out of the barrel. With the constant talk about how our society is no longer consuming physical media and is instead consuming them digitally thanks to devices like the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organize-web-links) and the [Kindle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strap-accessory-for-ereaders), it's easy forget that we lose simple things—like these bookmarks—in the process. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) > [Holiday](https://www.trendhunter.com/holiday) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Deadly Bookmarks:** Opportunity for innovative book accessories that offer a unique and edgy twist to traditional bookmarks. - **Weapon-inspired Design:** Potential for creative and unconventional product designs that combine functionality and aesthetics. - **Resurgence of Physical Media:** Growing demand for physical book-related products as a counterbalance to digital consumption. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Book Accessories:** Bookstores and online retailers can explore creating a niche market for unique and unconventional bookmarks. - **Gift and Novelty:** Gifting stores can offer these dangerous bookmarks as novelty gifts to attract customers looking for unusual and eye-catching items. - **Home Decor:** Interior design stores can incorporate these deadly bookmarks as decorative pieces, appealing to customers seeking unique and conversation-starting home accents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheekily Creative Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-bookmarks.md) - [Book-Shaped Transparent Bookmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-bookmark.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md) - [Book-Themed Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-book-plushies.md) - [Reading Book Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-x-moebe.md) - [Minimalist Greenery Bookends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-propagation-bookend.md) - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md) - [Imitation Book Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-bookwallets.md) - [Versatile Book Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-x-moebe-book-stand.md)