# Tetris-Inspired Swimwear The 'Retro Gamer Swimsuit' is Adorkable By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-05-11 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gamer-swimsuit References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.ca/2012/05/geek-chic-tetris-bathing-suit-and.html) & [blackmilkclothing](http://www.blackmilkclothing.com/) Love old-school tetris and consider yourself an aquatic enthusiast? This geometric retro gamer swimsuit is right up your alley! Featuring iconic images from the much-loved [geometric game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-tumble-xl), this is a bathing suit that draws attention for all the right reasons. Black Milk Clothing, a clothing company that has created similar cubic designs, has added a swimsuit to its nostalgic collection. Simple in design and featuring a chic black backdrop, the bathing suit balances quirkiness with a classic silhouette. The one-piece is a distinct update to otherwise played out plain black beachwear. The quirky swimsuit is durable, made with a mix of LYCRA, Polyester and Nylon, and is being sold on limited release. Observed closely, the [Tetris](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-watch) game featured on the retro gamer swimsuit doesn't appear to be overly successful. Regardless, this way back playback swimwear is a winner. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 82% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gamer Fashion:** Opportunity for clothing companies to create unique and nostalgic designs inspired by retro video games. - **Geometric Swimwear:** Potential for swimwear brands to incorporate geometric patterns and designs into their collections, offering a fresh and eye-catching alternative to traditional beachwear. - **Limited Release Items:** Opportunity for brands to create buzz and demand by offering limited edition products, creating a sense of exclusivity and urgency among consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion & Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for clothing brands to tap into the retro gamer trend and design unique and stylish apparel for gamers and nostalgia enthusiasts. - **Swimwear:** Potential for swimwear industry to incorporate retro gaming elements and geometric designs into their collections, appealing to a niche market of gamers and retro enthusiasts. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity for online retailers to leverage the limited release strategy, creating a sense of scarcity and exclusivity to attract customers and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gaming Wearable Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-watch.md) - [Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-devices.md) - [Game-Inspired Playable Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-solid.md) - [Chicken Nugget-Shaped Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-device.md) - [Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-forever.md) - [Color-Rich Swimsuit Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/country-club.md) - [Puzzle Video Game Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sara-hyat-tetris-sofa.md) - [Versatile Sleek Swimwear Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dandy-del-mar.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Statement Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyler-mcgillivary-3.md)