# Retro Desk Notes The Old School Sticky Notepad Provides a Nostalgic Blast from the Past By Tana Makmanee | Published 2014-02-13 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-notes References: [fredandfriends](http://fredandfriends.com/products/view/category/new/old-school-sticky-notepad) [Stationary sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affirmation-gel-pens) are essential when it comes to taking down notes or messages, and these retro desk notes are offering a humorously vintage touch to these otherwise ordinary office supplies. Shaped like desks that most elementary and high schools featured, these [retro sticky notes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic) will definitely make anyone feel a bit nostalgic about sitting in a classroom way back when. A great way to add some humor and visual excitement to an otherwise mundane office accessory, the Old School Sticky Notepad will definitely add a lighthearted touch to any stressful work day. A fun way to reignite feelings of what it was like to be in school, these vintage desk notepads will surely take anyone back in time to when sitting at [wooden desks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-school-desk1) was a habitual experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of retro-inspired office supplies that evoke nostalgia and add a unique touch to the workplace. - **Humorous Stationary Sets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design a range of playful and witty stationary sets that bring humor to everyday office supplies. - **Visual Excitement in Office Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop visually exciting office accessories that inspire creativity and enhance the work environment. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the office supplies industry by introducing unconventional and nostalgic products that cater to individuals seeking a unique and enjoyable work experience. - **Stationery:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Disrupt the stationery industry by creating innovative and humorous products that appeal to a wide range of consumers. - **Workplace Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine workplace products by introducing visually engaging and nostalgic designs that bring novelty and charm to the office environment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dumpster Pencil Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dumpstuder-pencil-holders.md) - [Digital Productivity Desk Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-accessory-concept.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md) - [Operating System Stationery Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mac-OS.md) - [Cubic Minimalist Memo Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memo-block.md) - [Digitized Sticky Note Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memojector.md) - [Beach-Inspired Desk Trios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deskterior.md) - [Convenient Checklist Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/checklist-sticky-roll.md) - [Humorous Quick Cleanup Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-desk-concept.md)