# Recycled Road Accessories Vintage in Retrospect Makes License Plate Belt Buckles By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-11-28 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/license-plate-belt-buckles References: [coolmaterial](http://coolmaterial.com/style/recycled-license-plate-belt-buckles/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/vintageinretrospect?ref=seller_info) These [recycled license plate belt buckles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-metal-jewellery-reformation-x-clair-waight-keller-create-a-limited) are creatively crafty personal accessories with a built-in funky factor. They are handmade in Michigan by Amanda Holt, owner of the [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-christmas-tree-alternative) shop Vintage in Retrospect. Vintage in Retrospect is dedicated to [upcycling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures). The shop's license plate belt buckles are one-of-a-kind works of art that help wearers display their nitty-gritty eco side. Check out the gallery for some views of the awesome recycled license plate belt buckle creations from Vintage in Retrospect. **Implications** - Right now, we're living in the golden age of found material artwork. Artists, photographers, and museums are inspired by the consumer passion for environmentally friendly products, and as a result, we are seeing more of it. Kudos to the public and art directors for recognizing a positive trend and catering to it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Accessories:** The growing popularity of upcycling presents an opportunity for businesses to create unique and eco-friendly accessories. - **Found Material Artwork:** The rise of found material artwork offers artists and museums a chance to tap into the consumer demand for environmentally friendly products. - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** The increasing interest in eco-friendly fashion opens doors for businesses to produce sustainable and stylish clothing and accessories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can capitalize on the trend of upcycling and found material artwork to create unique and environmentally conscious pieces. - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion industry can seize the opportunity to produce eco-friendly clothing and accessories that appeal to consumers' desire for sustainability. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Retailers and online marketplaces can cater to the demand for upcycled and eco-friendly products by offering a range of options to environmentally conscious customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concealed Cowboy Belt Buckles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truckle.md) - [Unique Upcycled Serving Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-wine-bottle-appetizer-tray.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Emergency Tracking Belt Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-x-recco-stretch-belt.md) - [Studded Belt-Made Dynamic Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/replica-suit.md) - [Handcrafted Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-weird.md) - [Abandoned Bikes-Turned Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames.md) - [Recycled Phonecase Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journey-to-rebirth.md) - [Airline Safety Equipment Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-life-vests.md)