# Glittering Holiday Souvenir I (Love) NY Christmas Ornaments By Bianca | Published 2007-12-15 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-christmas-ornaments References: [a856-citystore.nyc.gov](http://a856-citystore.nyc.gov/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductName=I) Souvenirs are a part of [trotting the globe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ritz-carlton-x-kilometre-paris), but for whatever reason, travelers seem to have it in their minds that travel tokens need to be tacky. They don't. At Grand Central Station this December I saw beautiful, [sparkle-encrusted white ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merry-sparkles-outdoor-decor) which were the epitome of classy, which at $35, were a much better choice than a [kitschy t-shirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shake-shack-holiday-merch). The featured ornament is similar, but not quite like the ones I saw. **Implications** - Patriotism is an ancient emotion experienced and expressed by consumers. It lends to the basic biological urge to belong to a group of peers, identifying a commonality among a group of people residing in a particular area. Ultimately, consumers may value their individuality, but they also wish to feel accepted by a group. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Classy Travel Souvenirs:** There is a growing trend of travelers seeking high-quality and elegant souvenirs, like sparkle-encrusted ornaments, instead of tacky and cheap items. - **Patriotic Consumer Products:** Consumers are showing a strong interest in purchasing products that reflect their patriotism and sense of belonging to a particular group or community. - **Value Conscious Travelers:** Travelers are becoming more conscious about the value of the souvenirs they purchase, seeking items that provide both sentimentality and quality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tourism and Travel:** The tourism and travel industry can tap into the trend of offering classy and elegant souvenirs that appeal to the changing preferences of travelers. - **Decor and Home Furnishings:** The decor and home furnishings industry can explore the market for patriotic-themed ornaments and products that provide a touch of sophistication and style. - **Retail and E-commerce:** The retail and e-commerce industry has an opportunity to cater to value-conscious travelers by offering a curated selection of high-quality and meaningful souvenirs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR-Themed Christmas Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-merch-collection.md) - [Luggage Personalization Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityinspired-destination-stickers.md) - [Perfume Bottle Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfume-bottle-ornaments.md) - [Personalized Christmas Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-me-ornaments.md) - [Gen Z-Focused Bag Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memory-collection.md) - [Personalized Pet-Inspired Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petinspired-ornament.md) - [Consciously Cool Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-adornment.md) - [Prepackaged Goods Christmas Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-mills-christmas-ornaments.md) - [New York-Centric Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergdorf-goodmans.md)