# Take-Out Box Fascinators The Chop Suey Palace Hat by Topsy Turvy Design is Delicious By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-02-15 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chop-suey-palace-hat References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37265820) & [twitter](http://twitter.com/topsiesturvies) I'm a huge fan of [retro-modern fascinators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenny-lemons-x-magnolia-bakery) like this [Chop Suey Palace Hat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mahjong-rubik) by Topsy Turvy Designs. One of my favorite modern pin-up models, Bernie Dexter, is modeling this adorable headpiece, so you know it's hot. The Chop Suey Palace Hat looks just like something you might get from a Chinese take-out restaurant, complete with [mini chopsticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshservice-fresh-drink-service). It takes a very confident woman to pull this look off, but I think it's delicious. **Implications** - The Chop Suey Palace Hat's interesting name and context comes from the iconic Chinese diner from A Christmas Story that Ralphie's family eats at after their dog eats their turkey on Christmas eve. The hat is both an extravagant accessory and a work of art, which incorporates culture and humor to create a truly one of a kind look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hair](https://www.trendhunter.com/hair) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-modern Fascinators:** Creating novel designs that incorporate vintage styles with modern sensibilities for a unique look. - **Cultural Mash-up Accessories:** Blending cultural references to create distinctive accessories that are both playful and stylish. - **Food Themed Headwear:** Innovative headwear designs inspired by food packaging and branding for standout fashion statements. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion & Apparel:** Designers can experiment with unique materials and themes to create bold, playful headwear and accessories. - **Food & Dining:** Restaurants can offer branded merchandise that plays on iconic packaging, creating a fun and memorable experience for patrons. - **Art & Design:** Designers can explore the intersection of culture and humor, creating nuanced and playful works of art for fashion or gallery contexts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Whisky-Holding Derby Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-lids.md) - [Unique Elevated Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highdive.md) - [Striking Artisan Cheese Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rinds-roses-collection.md) - [Soup Dumpling-Inspired Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/din-tai-fung.md) - [Pink Sushi Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dept-sushi.md) - [Chinese Restaurant-Branded Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-chow1.md) - [Whipped Cream-Themed Fuzzy Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whipped-creamthemed-fuzzy-hat.md) - [Nostalgic Music Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bun-house-disco.md)