# Disappearing Mirrors The Gerold Tagwerker 'Fade' Makes a Looking Glass Dissolve By Meghan Young | Published 2010-01-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerold-tagwerker-fade References: [todayandtomorrow.net](http://www.todayandtomorrow.net/2010/01/21/fade/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [geroldtagwerker](http://www.geroldtagwerker.com) Although I’ve seen my fair share of dual-use products, I’ve never thought of a mirror as one; but with the Gerold Tagwerker ‘Fade’ mirror, it can be. A very succinct and descriptive name, the mirror literally fades to reveal bright lights beneath. Unfortunately, I don’t have much in the way of information for you. I don’t know the inspiration behind the Gerold Tagwerker ‘Fade’ mirror. Nevertheless, I think it is a very interesting concept. Do you? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dual-use Products:** Opportunity for creating products that serve multiple functions, such as mirrors that also function as lighting sources. - **Disappearing Design:** Potential for creating designs that incorporate elements that can fade or disappear, adding an element of surprise and innovation. - **Sleek Minimalism:** Rise in demand for minimalist designs that prioritize clean lines and simplicity. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to create innovative and functional mirror designs. - **Lighting:** Potential for lighting companies to develop products that integrate with mirrors to create unique and customizable lighting solutions. - **Design and Architecture:** Demand for designers and architects to incorporate disappearing design elements into their projects for a sleek and modern aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wavy Dual-Action Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archvyli.md) - [Curvaceous Shelf-Paired Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-mirror.md) - [Illusory Doorway Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panis-mirror.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Compact Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friedrich-mini.md) - [Illusory Mirror Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-table-lamp.md) - [Space-Saving Garment Care Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flip-dualfunction-ironing-board-mirror.md) - [Travel-Themed Fractured Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baggage-claim-mirrors.md) - [Suspended Mirrored Lighting Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirror-collection-1.md) - [Geometrical Golden Ratio Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascension-wall-mirror.md)