# Oversized Paper Clips This Giant Paper Clip is Made by Hand from a Solid Brass Core By David Ingram | Published 2015-11-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-paper-clip References: [odetothings](http://www.odetothings.com/shop/carl-aubock-paperclip) This giant paper clip is an [office accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofiistory-desk-supplies) that manages to be both sculptural and functional all at the same time. The 'Oversized Paper clip' is designed by Carl Aubock and certainly makes for a big and bold addition to any work space. Measuring in at nine inches long, this giant paper clip can be used as a [decorative sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangled-joe), a paper weight or even as a [bookmark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-x-moebe) that is sure to stay in place. This sculptural office tool is also crafted by hand and consists of a solid brass core with the option of either a traditional nickel-plated or polished brass finish. Either finish chosen will develop a beautiful and rich patina over time that will give each clip its very own unique look and story to tell. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sculptural Office Accessories:** The trend of combining functionality with aesthetics in office accessories opens the opportunity for creating unique and visually appealing products like oversized paper clips. - **Handmade Office Tools:** The trend of handmade office tools highlights the opportunity to offer high-quality and personalized products to customers. - **Personalized Desk Décor:** The trend of using unique and personalized office décor like oversized paper clips to enhance the look of workspaces is on the rise. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** The Office Supplies industry can take advantage of the trend towards combining utility with design to create more appealing products for customers. - **Handmade Products:** The Handmade Products industry can target customers looking for unique and personalized office accessories. - **Home Decor:** The Home Decor industry can consider expanding into the office décor market with personalized desk accessories like oversized paper clips. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shearing-magnetic-absorption.md) - [Note Clip Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip.md) - [Clipping Pen Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clippen.md) - [Snap Binding Minimal Clipboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-jacket.md) - [Minimalist Clip-Free Clipboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hinge-clipboard.md) - [Laptop Paper Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/branch.md) - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Illuminated Stainless Steel Clipboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fold-b.md) - [Metallic Super-Ellitpical Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altdynamic-superegg.md)