# Cartoon Cels Own a Retro Part of Your Past By Pocket | Published 2006-12-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cartoon-cels-own-a-retro-part-of-your-past References: [nichibeianime](http://nichibeianime.com) When I was growing up as a kid, one of the daunting thoughts I had was how I would eventually transition from a child to a man; would my tastes change? Would my view of what was cool change to the point where I would believe long vases with sticks in them and big bowls filled with rocks were more desirable and stylish over cartoons and action figures? The answer is no, I just like my cartoons and action figures in schmicker forms:) Cartoon cels from those Saturday morning/ after school cartoons of the 80's and 90's are a fantastic way of sprucing up plain walls to look modern and chic without having to resort to ridiculous amounts of money for paint splattered canvases of orange contorted women. Think a mad original cel of [Optimus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/optimus-story) [Prime](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transformers-reversible-plushies), or a Ninja Turtle against your feature walls- For $150US u can score yourself an original [Astro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-lava-lamp) boy piece for your walls, guaranteed to have guests talking and singing along to the opening theme tune.. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Art:** Opportunity for businesses to create and sell modern, affordable versions of nostalgic 80's and 90's cartoon cels. - **Affordable Wall Decor:** Opportunity for businesses to create and sell affordable, unique wall decor options that appeal to individuals with a preference for nostalgic and pop culture themes. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Opportunity for businesses to leverage the power of nostalgia marketing to appeal to millennials and gen xers who are looking for connections to their childhoods. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can capitalize on the trends towards nostalgia and affordable wall decor by creating unique, retro inspired pieces. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Pop culture merchandise retailers can expand their offerings by creating and selling affordable reproductions of 80's and 90's cartoon cels. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising agencies can create campaigns that leverage nostalgia to build connections with target audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Blind Toy Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teletubbies-say-hello.md) - [Nostalgic Cartoon Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-puff-girls-collection.md) - [Cartoon Painting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cartoon-painting-collections-diamond-art-club-and-paramount-join-forces-for.md) - [Colorful Retro Pixel Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Pixelated Toy-Like Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litebrite-pop-wow-wall-art.md) - [Cartoonish NFT Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-like-you-youre-weird.md) - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [AI-Powered Collectible Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heymates.md)