# Trippy Space Candles This Photograph of a Candle in Space is Far Out, Man By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-10-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candle-in-space References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2009/10/alien-effects-l.php) & [techeblog](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/how-a-flame-looks-in-microgravity) If you want your candle to look like the one in the photograph, all you have to to is leave the planet. I mean how much could it be to [fly on a rocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/night-light-projectors) out of the atmosphere and light a candle in space? Probably like flying to Hawaii. Due to the minimal gravity in space, the air density is the same and the heat disperses evenly, giving the flame a [spherical shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-phase-lamp) and the same color throughout. Isn’t science just grand? Check out more of the candle in space by clicking the link below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Space-themed Products:** There is potential for the creation of more space-themed products, such as candles, that are visually appealing and unique due to their appearance in zero gravity. - **Innovative Packaging:** Opportunity exists for innovative packaging solutions to enhance the experience of space-themed products, such as incorporating imagery of stars, galaxies, and astronauts. - **Experiential Marketing:** Companies can leverage the fascination with space to create experiential marketing campaigns centered around space-themed products, such as hosting events where customers can see and learn about the products in a space-like environment. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can tap into the trend of space-themed products and create unique and visually appealing pieces that stand out from traditional decor. - **Candle Manufacturing:** Candle manufacturers can experiment with new shapes and colors of candles that mimic the spherical shape and even coloring of flames in zero gravity. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising agencies can assist companies in creating innovative and engaging marketing campaigns centered around the trend of space-themed products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Uniquely Shaped Pastel Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goober-candle.md) - [Eclipse-Inspired Whimsical Pendant Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-traveler.md) - [Travel-Inspired Modern Candle Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jupiter-smells.md) - [Unusual Limited-Edition Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bloom-candle.md) - [Architecturally Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sfumato-candle.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Candle Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-candle-lamps.md) - [Space-Themed Lighter Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bic-out-of-this-world-lighter-series.md) - [Festive Light Painting Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-painting-1.md) - [Colorful Zodiac Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologies-zodiac-candle-collection.md)