# Red Clown Crystals QUirky Crystal by Marcel Wanders for Baccarat By Krzysztof Bielski | Published 2010-01-28 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marcel-wanders-for-baccarat References: [trendhunter](http://www.trendhunter.com/krzysztof) After last year's limited edition crystal vases by Jaime Hayon, French design company [Baccarat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev) invited Dutch designer Marcel Wanders to collaborate in 2010. The entire collection, named "United Crystal Woods," sees crystal in a whole new light. The Marcel Wanders for Baccarat collection is now showing at the [Maison et Objet 2010](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorenz-bumer) fair in Paris. A part of the collection is called ‘drunken woods’ and includes adorable glasses made of pure crystal featuring the designer's signature ‘clown face.' Take a look at a few of the items from the Marcel Wanders for Baccarat collection in the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Crystal Design:** Crystal design is evolving to include quirky and unique elements, like the clown face glasses in the Marcel Wanders for Baccarat collection. - **Collaborative Design:** Collaborations between designers and crystal companies offer innovative and unexpected design possibilities, as seen in the collaboration between Marcel Wanders and Baccarat. - **Experiential Presentation:** Design collections are being showcased in immersive and visually stunning exhibitions, such as the Maison et Objet 2010 fair in Paris. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods companies like Baccarat are embracing disruptive crystal designs to attract a new generation of consumers. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers are incorporating unique crystal pieces, like the Marcel Wanders for Baccarat collection, to create statement pieces and eclectic spaces. - **Events and Exhibitions:** Event organizers and exhibition curators are seeking out innovative design collaborations, like the Marcel Wanders for Baccarat collection, to create engaging and memorable experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Maximalist Chandelier Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev.md) - [Luxe Intricate Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dame-lighting.md) - [Hand-Blown Crystal Vases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnus-collection.md) - [Multifaceted Glass Crystal Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-light-fixtures.md) - [Dynamic Colorful Glass Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pavilion-set.md) - [Chic French-Inspired Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadence.md) - [Heart-Shaped Decorative Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbreak-crystal.md) - [Candy-Colored Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-ii.md) - [Structural Blown Glass Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lokum-collection.md)