# Retro Bathroom Radios The Lexon Mezzo Transistor Has a Vintage Looks with Modern Practicality By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-01-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lexon-mezzo-radio References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/393481250276383991/Mezzo-Radio-by-Lexon) & [lexon-design](http://www.lexon-design.com/la90b-mezzo-radio-bleu.html) The craftsmanship, meticulous manufacturing and consequent longevity of gadgets from a generation ago can certainly be admired. The Lexon Mezzo Radio draws on these qualities and packages them as a [contemporary gadget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32) that can be operated much more conveniently. Specifically, Ionna Vautrin's design allows you to use it with wet hands -- something that the [old transistor radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-radio1) would not have taken kindly to. Its wiring is sealed tight and the device has got a pair of protruding dials that are easy to grip and adjust with one arm out of the shower. The look of the Lexon Mezzo Radio is simple, but bursting with character. It has a charming asymmetry with its knobs on one side and its antenna on the other and it comes in one of [four delightful colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Vintage-inspired Gadgets:** The market for vintage-inspired gadgets that combine retro aesthetics and modern practicality is growing. - **Waterproof Electronics:** Manufacturers can explore the use of waterproof technology in electronic devices to make them more convenient and durable for use in wet environments. - **Asymmetrical Design:** Designers are experimenting with asymmetrical designs that can bring character and uniqueness to everyday electronics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies in the consumer electronics industry can explore the potential of producing vintage-inspired gadgets like the Lexon Mezzo Radio. - **Bathroom Accessories:** Manufacturers in the bathroom accessories industry can consider incorporating waterproof technology to their products. - **Product Design:** Designers specializing in product design can explore the use of asymmetry and other unique design elements to make electronics stand out in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-noise-radio.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Industrial Design Radio Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radio-desk.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Mint-Tonal Retro Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-5.md) - [Delightfully Playful Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomalo.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md)