# Retro Tech Cushions The Floppy Disk Pillow is a Comfy Tribute to the Past By John Ibbitson | Published 2011-11-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-pillow References: [etsy.me](http://etsy.me/tVTt8E) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/mymimi?ref=seller_info) [Retro technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic) makes an adorable comeback with this [cute, fluffy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads) Deluxe Floppy Disk Pillow by mymimi. Perfect for snuggling up with on a dark and dreary day, this floppy friend is sure to brighten up anyone's spirits with its cute, smiley face and rosy cheeks. The pillow also boasts comfort to boot -- or rather, to reboot. Featuring 100% fiberfill cased in a cotton exterior, this large pillow may not save any data, but it will provide [premium cushioning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/infrared-dream-pillow) for the ultimate storage backup, your head. It also makes for a great gift for tech fanatics and hipsters alike -- though if they are 20 or under they may not actually remember the dated disk technology. So if you're looking to rest your head on a truly old-school cushion, why not pay homage to an extinct form of innovation from yesteryear with the Floppy Disk Pillow? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Tech Revival:** Opportunity to create and market nostalgic tech-inspired products for a modern audience. - **Nostalgia-driven Design:** Chance to tap into consumer sentimentality by creating products that evoke memories of past technologies. - **Novelty Home Decor:** Demand for unique and quirky home decor items that serve as conversation starters and personalized touches. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tech Accessories:** Innovative opportunities to create retro-inspired tech accessories that combine nostalgic design with modern functionality. - **Gift and Novelty:** Potential for creating unique and playful gift items that cater to the nostalgia-loving market segment. - **Home Furnishings:** Market for distinctive and eye-catching home decor products that add personality and charm to living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Oversized Hollow Pillow Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floof-snuggle-sack-and-floor-pillow.md) - [Nostalgic Tech-Themed Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-macintosh.md) - [Collectible Plush Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squishpillow-by-original-squishmallows.md) - [Marshmallow-Inspired Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-pillow.md) - [Contoured Gamer Support Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neochi-pillow-for-gaming.md) - [Noodle-Shaped Foam Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adjustable-memory-foam-pillow.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md)