# Steel Gauntlets Medieval Iron Fists Send a Strong Signal to Coworkers By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-02-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/messages-sent-with-glove-iron-fist-sends-strong-signal-to-coworkers References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/tshirts-apparel/jewelry/a96b/images/3611/) If I was moving to a new office that would soon be overrun by bright young interns, I would rule with an iron fist--or two--like these ones from ThinkGeek. I would throw down the gauntlet and challenge them to knock me off as leader. These gauntlets are tugging at my next AdSense check very very hard. **Implications** - Products like this let consumers embrace their inner medieval ruler and offer a definite "king of my world" appeal. To anyone that feels like a small fish in the very big pond of modern life, a mischievously silly item like this would hold a certain ironic and playful appeal all its own. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Medieval-inspired Accessories:** There is a growing trend of consumers seeking out accessories that evoke a sense of medieval power and playfulness. - **Unconventional Office Decor:** With the rise of remote work and flexible office cultures, there is an increasing demand for unique and quirky office decor items like steel gauntlets. - **Nostalgic Recreation:** Consumers are embracing nostalgic trends and seeking out products that allow them to recreate the past in a playful and entertaining way. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming and Entertainment:** The gaming and entertainment industry can capitalize on the popularity of medieval-inspired accessories to create immersive experiences and merchandise. - **E-commerce and Retail:** E-commerce platforms and retail stores can cater to the demand for unconventional office decor by curating a selection of unique and quirky items. - **Home Decor and Interior Design:** Home decor and interior design industries can offer medieval-inspired accessories as a way for consumers to express their personal style and add a touch of whimsy to their living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metaverse Haptic Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-gloves.md) - [Human-Computer Interaction Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech-at-meta.md) - [Haptic Feedback VR Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptx-g1.md) - [Weight Lifter Hand Grips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-grips.md) - [Retro-Inspired Boxing Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-boxing-gear.md) - [Haptic VR Controller Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/senseglove-nova-2.md) - [Hybrid Women's Boxing Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-boxing-gloves.md) - [Drinking Ritual Finger Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingermittens.md) - [Glove-Like Keyboard Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glove80-keyboard.md)