# Petal-Shaped Lampshades Organic Illumination from Vanilla Design Store By TrendHead | Published 2009-04-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petal-light-shades-diy-assembled-lamp-shades-designed-by-vanilla-design-sto References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/20648/) & [shopmodi](http://www.shopmodi.com/products/petal-light-shade) These easily-assembled light shades are designed by Brent Wilson, the New Zealand-based designer behind [Vanilla Design Store](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanilla-swirl-apartment). I like the [simple petal shapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pavo) and their [origami/papercraft feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-lamp). The shades are made out of white styrene and can be connected to any pendant light assembly, but be warned: You can only use compact fluorescent bulbs with these babies to avoid overheating. **Implications** - Flowers have served as a symbol of femininity, fertility and good tidings for centuries, which holds true in today's society. It seems that familiar imagery and well-established symbolism never fades, as proven by this Organic Illumination piece. Particularly with today's eco-conscious consumer, the use of florals in pieces is well-received. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Petal-shaped Lampshades:** The trend of organic and sustainable interior lighting design incorporating flower-inspired shapes and motifs presents opportunities for innovation in eco-friendly lighting materials and design. - **Origami/papercraft Style:** The trend of origami and papercraft-inspired home decor presents opportunities for innovative designs and lightweight, sustainable materials that can be easily assembled. - **Floral Symbolism:** The trend of incorporating floral symbolism in home decor and furnishings presents opportunities for innovation in design and materials that appeal to eco-conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor and Furnishings:** Incorporating organic and floral-inspired designs in home decor and furnishings presents opportunities for eco-friendly materials and unique design innovations. - **Lighting:** The trend of organic and sustainable lighting design incorporating flower-inspired shapes and motifs presents opportunities for innovation in eco-friendly lighting materials and design. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of sustainable materials in home decor and furnishings presents opportunities for innovation in eco-friendly materials and sustainable production processes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blooming Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloome.md) - [Petal-Inspired Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-wall-light.md) - [Plant-Inspired Dynamic Chandeliers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossom-chandelier.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Floral Lighting Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pivoine.md) - [Flat-Pack Paper Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsubomi.md) - [Ecological Dual Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-light.md) - [Plant Pod-Inspired Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-inspired-pendant-light.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md)