# Music-Themed Dishware Decor Longplate Creates Plates Inspired by Classic Vinyl Records By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-08-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/longplate References: [longplate](http://www.longplate.com/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/piattilongplate?ref=hl) Longplate creates dishware decor that is modeled after [traditional vinyl records](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brick-turntable). These plates look and feel like a classic record even down to their packaging and are also practical home accents that [design and music lovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcintosh-mti100-integrated-turntable) are both sure to love. The brand takes a high quality porcelain plate and gives it the appeal of a vinyl record using a design that is engaging and visually striking. According to its co-founder Mario Giordano, Longplate's design is meant to "connect music and food with creativity and a sense of humour." Longplate has been launched on the Italian market where it is making waves among design lovers with a flair for nostalgia. These high quality porcelain plates are displayed in a sleek black finish and feature various pre-designed graphics as well as a customizable option for creative types. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Vinyl-inspired Dishware:** An emerging trend in the home decor industry is the creation of dishware that mimics the look and feel of vinyl records, offering a unique and nostalgic aesthetic. - **Music-influenced Home Accents:** There is a growing demand for home accents that combine design and music, connecting the two worlds and appealing to design and music lovers alike. - **Nostalgia in Design:** The use of nostalgia in design, such as incorporating traditional vinyl record elements into modern dishware, is gaining popularity as consumers seek products that evoke a sense of familiarity and fond memories. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore opportunities to create vinyl-inspired dishware and other music-themed home accents that appeal to design-conscious consumers. - **Tableware Manufacturing:** Tableware manufacturers can consider incorporating vinyl record elements into their product designs, offering customers a unique and nostalgic dining experience. - **Customization Services:** Businesses providing customization services for dishware can capitalize on the demand for personalized vinyl-inspired plates and other creative options, catering to individual preferences and tastes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Patterned Ceramic Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patterned-ceramic-plates.md) - [Turntable-Inspired Coaster Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needledrop-coaster-set.md) - [Handmade Dessert Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-k.md) - [Metallic Architectural Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rytm.md) - [Specialty Meatball Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatball-plate.md) - [Colorful Enamelware Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-tigress.md) - [Retro Vinyl Record-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gramophone-lamp.md) - [Motor-Shaped Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotor-vinyl-record-player.md) - [Artistic Metal Band Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metallica-turntable.md)