# Rudimentary Designer USBs Flashback to Yesteryear With the Marc Jacobs USB Hubs By Brian G Randles | Published 2010-01-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-jacobs-usb References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2010/01/marc-jacobs-usb-hub/) & [marcjacobs](http://www.marcjacobs.com/#/en-us/marcjacobscollection/women/springsummer10/runwayvideo) The Marc Jacobs USB hubs hark back to the days when you wore your heart on your sleeve and put your soul on a [double-sided cassette tape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp81). Featuring drawings that look like they came from a broken-hearted emo kid stuck in the proverbial locker, the Marc Jacobs USB hubs are the perfect gift for Valentine’s day, and the perfect accessory for any [tech-friendly romantic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-and-android). Check out more unbelievable USBs below. **Implications** - In the last few years, there has been a renewed vigor for products that utilize 21 century technology, but are designed in a way that calls of the 70s and 60s. One of the ways a company can capitalize on this movement is by featuring products that look [authentically vintage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic), but are built with the sturdiness of a new millennium product. The commodity will connect with throwback-seeking consumers and older people reminded of their youth. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Usbs:** Companies can capitalize on the renewed interest in vintage design by creating USBs that resemble old-school technology, but with modern functionality. - **Nostalgic Tech Accessories:** There is an opportunity to appeal to consumers who crave the nostalgia of their youth with retro-inspired tech accessories. - **Reimagined Classic Electronics:** Revamping classic technology with contemporary features and designs can appeal to both throwback-seeking consumers and tech enthusiasts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Technology:** Tech companies can add a nostalgic or vintage feel to their products while still maintaining modern functionality. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can expand their accessory lines by incorporating retro-inspired tech products, such as vintage-looking USBs. - **Gifts and Novelties:** There is a market for unique and quirky gift items, such as these Marc Jacobs USB hubs, that appeal to a consumer's sense of nostalgia and individuality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Object-Resembling USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-1.md) - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Retro Docking Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docking-hub.md) - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md) - [Playful Crayon USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandisk-crayola-usbc.md) - [Hyper-Efficient Connectivity Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/save-usb-ssd-hub.md) - [Laptop-Attached Hub Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/case-x.md) - [Retro Tech Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-wallet.md) - [Laptop-Compatible USB Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plugable-1.md)