# Miniature Pin-Up Jewelry Accessories by A l'Heure de l'Apero By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2008-11-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-pin-up-jewelry-a-lheure-de-lapero References: [trenddelacreme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com/2008/10/hanging-around-with-lheure-de-lapro.html) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6230718) These miniature pin-up necklaces and pins from [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) designer A l'Heure de l'Apéro are perfect for any retro fan. "A l'Heure de l'Apéro" translates to "sharing a drink before dinner," and it's easy to imagine these [mini pin-ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-professions-collection) as if they were alive, throwing back a Martini (or four) before the start of their chain-swept cameos. These designs remind me of the ribbon routines that are a central part of [Cirque du Soleil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cirque-du-soleil-leau-de-parfum) shows. A l'Heure de l'Apéro's tiny figurines are all handmade, and selections vary weekly at the Etsy shop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Miniature Pin-up Accessories:** Designers can create novelty accessories that appeal to lovers of retro culture. - **Handmade Figurine Designs:** Handmade artisan figurine designs can be leveraged in other product categories, like collectible toys and customized corporate gifts. - **Retro Culture-inspired Fashion:** Designers can create more fashion products inspired by retro culture, taking advantage of the nostalgia trend. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion brands can create accessories based on retro designs and revamped nostalgia trends. - **Manufacturing and Production:** Small scale artisans can leverage their handmade designs to create unique collectibles and corporate gifts. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing campaigns can be designed to appeal to consumers looking for nostalgia-inspired products, opening up opportunities for branding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Doll-Inspired Pocket-Sized Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polly-pocket-x-alex-and-ani.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Love-Inspired Miniature Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-in-a-bottle.md) - [Playful Jewelry Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademoiselle-jules.md) - [Romantic Drinking Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gintimates.md) - [Visual Graphic-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esc-keys.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Cocktail Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deja-vu-cocktail-menu.md)