# Symbolic Goldfish Art The Lalique Gold Luster Collection Dives into Eastern Philosophy By Katherinev123 | Published 2009-10-05 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lalique-gold-luster-collection References: [luxury-insider](http://www.luxury-insider.com/Current_Affairs/post/2009/10/03/Lalique-Exquisite-Gold-Luster-Collection.aspx) & [cristallalique.fr](http://www.cristallalique.fr/v2/) Merge the two most exquisite materials in the world and what do you get? The Lalique Gold Luster collection. Blending [gold and crystal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassware-charms), the latest collection from the luxury glass and jewelry company combines the symbols of the East and West: gold symbolizes good fortune and prosperity in the East while crystal exemplifies luxury in the West. The pieces from the Lalique Gold Luster collection also feature specific [animal motifs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonders-of-nature), like the fish and turtle, which have special significance in Chinese tradition. Fish are considered to be [symbols of fortune and wealth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/talisman-collection), whereas the turtle (or tortoise) express longevity and strength. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxe Cultural Fusion:** Opportunities for companies to create collections that blend cultural symbols and luxury materials. - **Symbolic Motifs:** Trend towards incorporating specific animal motifs, such as fish and turtles, in luxury design. - **East-west Synthesis:** Increasing interest in combining elements of Eastern and Western traditions in luxury goods. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Glass and Jewelry:** Opportunities for companies to create unique and culturally significant luxury glass and jewelry collections. - **Home Decor:** Trend towards incorporating cultural symbols and animal motifs in high-end home decor products. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunities for luxury fashion accessory companies to incorporate Eastern and Western cultural elements and symbolic motifs in their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Good Fortune Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astrid-miyu-lucky-charm-collection.md) - [Chinese High Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hong-kong-jewelry-group.md) - [Stupa-Inspired Glass Perfume Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/james-turrell-1.md) - [Lunar New Year-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-collections.md) - [Equilibrium-Evoking High Jewelry Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-jewelry-collections1.md) - [Lunar Zodiac-Inspired Jewelry Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zodiac-charms.md) - [Whimsical Heirloom-Quality Symbolic Talismans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3-graces-of-gold.md) - [Italian Garden-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-high-jewelry.md) - [LNY-Inspired Jewelry Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademoiselle-jules-lunar-new-year.md)