# Retro Bold-Patterned Lamps The Sassy Shades Collection Offers Vintage Styles with a Modern Twist By Sarah Nazim | Published 2012-06-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sassy-shades References: [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sassy-Shades/105799832966) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/Sassyshades?page=1) These shades by Sassy Shades just scream “look at me” -- well not literally, but the detailed patterns are impossible to miss. This collection offers a nice mix of vintage pieces with a modernly chic twist; each shade is hand-crafted and cut. From florals to music notes and [retro patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-newstalgia), there is a huge selection to choose from. When it comes to interior design there are numerous options to choose from. Depending on one’s budget and style choice, people often spend a good amount of time researching in order to find the perfect items to purchase for their decorating needs. [Vintage is a popular theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection) that is not hard to put together, as it is often a combination of odd pieces. Garage sales and pawn shops are a common place where these items can be found. Sassy Shades offers a product line that will reduce the search time for those looking for [vintage lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joe-colombo), due to the wide variety and affordable prices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage-modern Fusion:** Sassy Shades demonstrates the potential for creating a successful line of products that fuse vintage designs with modern flair. - **Handcrafted Products:** Sassy Shades showcases the appeal of hand-crafted products and provides a potential niche for artisans. - **Bold Patterns:** Bold patterns, such as those offered by Sassy Shades, may become more widely adopted in interior design, providing an opportunity for home goods manufacturers and designers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Sassy Shades has created a potential market for affordable, vintage-inspired lamps and shades, thereby disrupting the home decor industry. - **Artisanal Products:** Sassy Shades demonstrates the demand for unique and handmade home goods, providing a potential opportunity for artisans and small-scale manufacturers. - **Retail and Ecommerce:** Due to the increasing popularity of vintage-inspired designs, home decor retailers and eCommerce platforms may benefit from offering similar products to cater to consumer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [80s-Inspired Ceramic Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaming-stars.md) - [Soft Rope Lampshades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hat-collection.md) - [Colorful Geometric Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spot-on-desk.md) - [Twisting Timber Lampshade Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-lasercut-wooden-lampshade.md) - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [Candy-Colored Glass Lighting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-ii.md) - [Pencil Shaving-Inspired Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpener-lampshades.md) - [Unconventional Statement Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-x-flos.md) - [Modernized Retro Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-lava-lamp-collection.md)