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# Stationary Clothing Stands
This Coat Rack is Designed to Look Like an Oversized Pencil

By M | Published 2015-10-09 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothing-stand
References: [7gadgets](http://www.7gadgets.com/2015/10/09/orange-wooden-pencil-8-hook-coat-stand/115012) & [eductiv.net](http://eductiv.net/product/B00QHDFFGI-6-ft-orange-wooden-pencil-8-hook-coat-stand-back-5999-by-mygift/)

This clothing stand design is ideal for writers and children alike with its whimsical 8-foot design modelled after a standard orange HB pencil. The rack is ideal for hanging all sorts of garments from coats to sweaters and wintery accessories.

MyGift design this Pencil 8-Hook Coat Stand that transforms a boring [clothing rack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rak) into a [massive pencil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pencil-multitap). The rack features a black base topped with a point that features a yellow cap complete with a black tip that symbolizes the lead. The rack features eight [colorful hooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-hanger) at different heights that are ideal for both children and adults to use when hanging up their garments. This would be an great furniture piece to add to a children's bedroom or the front hallway of a home.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 45% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Whimsical Furniture Design:** Designing furniture pieces that are inspired by everyday objects or creatures can add a touch of playfulness and personality to any space.
- **Novelty Home Decor:** Incorporating unique and unexpected decorative items like this pencil-shaped coat stand can add interest and spark conversation in a home or office setting.
- **Multi-functional Coat Racks:** Designing coat racks with a variety of hooks and storage options for different types of garments and accessories can increase functionality and convenience for users.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can explore the market for novelty or whimsical items like this pencil coat stand to increase consumer interest and differentiate themselves from competitors.
- **Furniture Design:** Furniture designers can experiment with creating functional pieces that are inspired by nontraditional shapes and objects to appeal to consumers looking for unique home decor options.
- **Children's Furniture and Decor:** Companies specializing in children's furniture and decor can incorporate playful and imaginative designs like the pencil-shaped coat stand into their product lines to attract young customers and their parents.

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