# Cut Crystal Armchairs $40,000 Marvin Alexander Chairs Fit for Modern Royalty By Dewilfish | Published 2010-02-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvin-alexander References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/cut-crystal-arm-chair-to-match-your-charisma-to-kings/) Always dreamed of being a king or queen and lavishly showing off your fancy palatial decor? These cut crystal armchairs by [Marvin Alexander Inc](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvin) might just help fulfill that fantasy. For a mere $39,000, these 19th-century English upholstered crystal armchairs can give your abode the opulent edge that will make your friends look at you with utter envy. **Implications** - Luxury has been taken to new heights with [ultra-opulent, excessive products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loop-x-swarovski-experience-2-earplugs) that serve indulgence exclusively, without thought of function or logic. This may be a result of the end of the credit crunch, with over-zealous consumers looking to spend some cash after a long period of ration, deprivation and strict spending rules. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/furniture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Excessive Luxury:** The trend of ultra-opulent and excessive products that cater only to indulgence without regard to function or logic is on the rise. - **19th-century Revival:** The trend of modern furniture manufacturers bringing back 19th-century design elements is prominent. - **Crystal Accents:** Crystal is emerging as a popular accent material in high-end furniture design. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Furniture:** Luxury furniture manufacturers can capitalize on the trend of excessive luxury and incorporate unique design elements in their products. - **Crystal Manufacturing:** Crystal manufacturers can explore partnerships with furniture makers to expand beyond traditional uses in decor and jewelry and target the luxury furniture market. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can incorporate crystal accents in their product lines to cater to consumer interest in adding luxurious elements to their interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Celestial Silkscreened Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanity-fair-xc-armchair.md) - [Flamboyant Vintage-Inspired Armchairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quiltana-armchair.md) - [Velvet Dining Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-dining-chair.md) - [Maximalist Chandelier Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baccarat-x-harry-nuriev.md) - [Luxury Automotive Brand Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martin-v244-lounge-chair.md) - [Sophisticated Gaming Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-chaise.md) - [Crystalline Acrylic Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draga-aurel-flare-collection.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Opulent Timepiece Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corum-golden-bridge-table.md)