# Shadow Puppet Accessories DIY Entertainment Designs by Lola & Bailey By Yoon Sui Yin | Published 2009-07-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-puppet-lola-bailey References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/style-fashion/shadow-puppet-brooches/) & [modamuse](http://www.modamuse.com/index.php?main_page=index&manufacturers_id=15) This “Shadow Puppet” collection by [Lola & Bailey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lolas-christmas-collection) was spurred by the current economic doldrums and the spirit of [DIY home entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii) back in the good old days when there was no TV or computers. Lola & Bailey is a partnership between two designers, Cheri Uppal and Theresa Nguyen, which was established in 2006. I think it is pretty unique and does invoke happy childhood memories for some of us of a certain age! **Implications** - Ever since the recent economic downturn, consumers have been working to replace components of their previous lifestyles with more affordable and budget-friendly alternatives. Businesses that offer their clients a wide range of DIY products and services will appeal to those individuals looking to be more cost-effective. Such products will not only save consumers money, they will also empower them in one way or another. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/jewelry) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Entertainment:** The trend of DIY entertainment products and services to cater to cost-effective consumers offers an opportunity for businesses to provide budget-friendly alternatives. - **Shadow Puppetry:** The trend of Shadow Puppetry can be leveraged by businesses that provide unique and affordable products that invoke happy childhood memories - **Affordable Alternatives:** The trend of replacing components of previous lifestyles with more affordable and budget-friendly alternatives offers an opportunity for businesses to provide cost-effective alternatives ### Sectors Adopting This - **Arts and Crafts:** The arts and crafts industry can benefit from the trend of DIY entertainment products by offering budget-friendly products and services that cater to cost-effective consumers. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage the trend of Shadow Puppetry by offering innovative and affordable products and services that invoke happy childhood memories - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can benefit from the trend of affordable alternatives by providing cost-effective products that replace components of previous lifestyles ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Togetherness-Centric Furniture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-play-collection.md) - [Geometric Nostalgic Night Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handmaid-table-lamp.md) - [Playful Sculptural Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/afterglow-1.md) - [Pencil Shaving-Inspired Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharpener-lampshades.md) - [Recycled Paper Pulp Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-lamp1.md) - [Organically Shaped Shadow Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loops-lamp.md) - [Nostalgic Blind Toy Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teletubbies-say-hello.md) - [Hand-Knit Finger Puppets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finger-puppet-mushrooms.md) - [Spooky Interior Décors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-lamps.md)