# Star Wars Postcards Justin Van Genderen Recreates Star Wars Destinations in Art Deco By Shelby Lee Walsh | Published 2010-02-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justin-van-genderen References: [blogs.laweekly](http://blogs.laweekly.com/style_council/art/minimalist-star-wars-travel-po/index.php?page=1) & [2046design](http://www.2046design.com/) In classic art deco style, Justin Van Genderen has recreated popular destinations from the movie [Star Wars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-x-star-wars) into [travel postcards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postcards-from-peets). The plain, minimalist cards scream Mad Men era style, while also being geeky to the max. Justin Van Genderen is a very talented graphic designer and more of his seriously wicked works of art can be seen [here](http://www.2046design.com/). Can you tell which poster is of the [Death Star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star)? **Implications** - Pop culture is no longer just a form of entertainment for consumers. Products that integrate the media into its design are appealing to customers who identify themselves with certain characters and outlets. In order to attract a wider audience, companies could focus on creating more items that utilize mass franchises. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art Deco Revival:** The art deco style is making a comeback, creating opportunities for companies to create products that incorporate this nostalgic aesthetic. - **Pop Culture Integration:** Integrating popular media into product design appeals to consumers who identify with specific characters and franchises, presenting opportunities for companies to create more items that utilize mass franchises. - **Geek Chic:** The combination of geek culture and stylish design is gaining popularity, opening up opportunities for companies to create products that cater to this market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Graphic Design:** The resurgence of art deco style in various forms, including graphic design, creates an opportunity for professionals in the graphic design industry to offer their expertise and services. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of integrating pop culture into product design by stocking and promoting items that appeal to consumers who identify with specific characters and franchises. - **Merchandise Licensing:** The increasing demand for products that utilize mass franchises presents opportunities for companies in the merchandise licensing industry to secure partnerships and expand their offerings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Space-Themed Puzzled Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-carter.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Desert Planet Sci-Fi Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sands-of-tatooine-collection.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Galactic Cafe Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Star-wars-themed-cafe.md) - [Sci-Fi Franchise Logo Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brickbuilt-star-wars-logo.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-2.md) - [Movie-Themed Art NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheeky-kyser.md) - [Subtly Sci-Fi Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set.md)