# Retro-Inspired Bowling Bars London's 'All Star Lanes' Blends Pins and Pin-Ups By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-02-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-inspired-bowling-bars-londons-all-star-lanes References: [weheartstuff](http://www.weheartstuff.co.uk/?p=500) & [allstarlanes](http://www.allstarlanes.co.uk/) All Star Lanes is making bowling hip again with retro styling. Music, [cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-sun) and interiors that flash back to the 50’s attract a young crowd that may come for a drink and end up staying for a game or two. The London-based company has three locations in the city and is set to open a Dublin venue in 2009. The guys aren’t stopping there either; they have sights on Paris, Berlin and Honk Kong. The throwback design of the bowling alleys starts with the front page of the website. From pin-up girls to ponytailed cocktail waitresses and [retro interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2010-revival-menu), the place has the theme nailed down. There’s even an All Star Lanes Pro Shop where you can purchase [bowling shirts, shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowling-shoe-1), exclusive tees, and other fun accessories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Styling in Entertainment:** There is a growing trend of incorporating retro styling into entertainment venues, such as bowling bars, to attract a younger crowd. - **Blurring the Line Between Bars and Activity Centers:** Bowling bars like All Star Lanes are disrupting the traditional concept of bars by offering not just drinks, but also a fun and engaging activity. - **Expansion of Bowling Bars in Major Cities:** All Star Lanes' plans for opening venues in Dublin, Paris, Berlin, and Hong Kong demonstrate a trend of expanding the presence of bowling bars in major cities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore opportunities in incorporating retro styling into various venues to attract a new demographic. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage the concept of blending bars and activity centers, like bowling bars, to enhance the overall guest experience. - **Retail:** The retail industry can tap into the demand for retro-inspired accessories by offering specialized products, such as bowling shirts and shoes, in dedicated shops like All Star Lanes Pro Shop. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Upbeat Bowling Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ballroom-bowl-expands.md) - [Chic Ballroom Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ballroom-bowl.md) - [Miniature Bowling Toy Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-n-bowl.md) - [Luxury Bowling-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-jacquemus-bowling-alley.md) - [Fashionable Bowling-Inspired Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-x-brain-dead-x-dsm.md) - [Nostalgic Music Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bun-house-disco.md) - [Bowling-Inspired Retro Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/end-and-bape.md) - [Maximalism Playful Roller Discos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xanadu.md) - [Toronto Gastro-Gaming Businesses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oche.md)