# Vibrant Cultural Playing Cards The Borderline Deck of Cards Portray Both Sides of the Border By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deck-of-cards References: [thecoolector](http://www.thecoolector.com/borderline-playing-cards/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1412659828/borderline-playing-cards-printed-by-uspc) Get a group of friends together every week for [card night](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/card-night-tasting-experience) and show off this amazing deck of cards -- that's what I'm planning to do just so I have a reason to buy these Borderline Playing Cards. The Borderline deck of cards is no normal set, it's a set that will get both [playing card aficionados](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiste-series) and those who have never even owned a deck excited. Why? Because the super smart and creative designers created the deck in a way to celebrate the culture on both sides of the southern border -- the US/Mexican border. Designed by San Diego-based Traina Design, the Borderline playing cards are cultural, colorful and look so achingly cool. Currently being funded on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarot-of-oxalia) till June, the playing cards are bound to be a hit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cultural Playing Cards:** The trend of designing playing cards to celebrate diverse cultures and communities presents an opportunity for businesses to create unique and inclusive card decks. - **Border-themed Design:** The trend of incorporating border-themed designs in various products offers businesses the chance to tap into cultural diversity and create visually striking and meaningful products. - **Crowdfunding for Unique Products:** The trend of utilizing crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter to fund and launch innovative products provides an opportunity for businesses to engage with a supportive community and bring their creative ideas to life. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming and Entertainment:** The gaming and entertainment industry can capitalize on the trend of cultural playing cards by offering a wide range of diverse and themed card decks to cater to different audiences. - **Design and Art:** The design and art industry can explore the trend of border-themed designs to create visually captivating artworks, products, and installations that celebrate cross-cultural influences and promote unity. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms can leverage the trend of unique products by offering specialized support and promotion services for innovative projects, while also creating a vibrant community of backers and creators. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magician-Designed Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystery-playing-cards.md) - [Customizable Trading Card Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trading-card-holders.md) - [Exclusive Card Game Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-x-kartell-deck.md) - [Mid-Century Modern Playing Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eames-playing-cards.md) - [Celebrity Vibrant Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/billie-eilish-uno-deck.md) - [Structure Building Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-cards-building-kit.md) - [Therapeutic Sunset-Inspired Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunset-spark-card-deck.md) - [Self-Discovery Card Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarot-of-oxalia.md) - [Reimagined Playing Card Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-wild-twists.md)