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# Retro Wall Calendars
West Elm's Heritage Calendar is Printed on a Textile Canvas

By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-11 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-calendar
References: [westelm](http://www.westelm.com/products/mrk-heritage-calendar-d2536/?pkey=cpinboards-wall-organizers||&cm_src=pinboards-wall-organizers||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-)

[West Elm's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-christmas-ornament) heritage calendar is a date-keeper that is both elegant and rustic. Borrowing from vintage calendar styles, this office accessory is a great gift and is priced at an affordable, $39 rate.

West Elm is not only known for its chic furnishings and home decor accents but also features a number of [functional office accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hexcal) like this [fabric wall calendar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irreversible-scale). The retailer's heritage calendar chronicles 2015 and is an elegant accent in modern or classically decorated offices, bedrooms or dorms.

The foldable calendar is shipped in a sustainable, cardboard carrying case and is a nice gift for organized individuals. While classic wall calendars haven't really changed in the past 20 years, this product boasts a retro design and makes a bold statement.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 72% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Vintage-inspired Wall Calendars:** Opportunity for companies to create modern versions of retro wall calendars that appeal to consumers looking for nostalgia while still providing a functional office accessory.
- **Sustainable Packaging for Office Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop eco-friendly packaging solutions for office supplies like wall calendars, catering to environmentally conscious consumers.
- **Retro Design in Modern Office Decor:** Opportunity for businesses to incorporate vintage-inspired designs in office decor, appealing to customers who want to add a touch of nostalgia to their workspace.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Office Supplies:** Opportunity for companies in the office supplies industry to create and market vintage-inspired wall calendars and other retro office accessories.
- **Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for packaging companies to develop sustainable packaging solutions specifically designed for office accessories like wall calendars.
- **Interior Design:** Opportunity for businesses in the interior design industry to incorporate retro design elements in modern office decor, catering to customers who want a nostalgic atmosphere in their workspace.

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