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# Geeky Gamer Reflections
These Space Invader Mirrors Will Show Your Gaming Colors

By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-07-08 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-invader-mirrors
References: [geeksugar](http://www.geeksugar.com/Space-Invader-Mirrors-9027164) & [bouf](http://www.bouf.com/buy/product/11477/space)

Your gamer identity will be revealed with these Space Invader Mirrors. Featuring the [pixelated bad guys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display) from a gamer's classic favorite, these fun mirrors will definitely show off your inner geek.

The awkwardly unique shapes of these designs, however, may cause you to struggle to find your reflection. Regardless, these Space Invader Mirrors will still make [great home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-mirror) for a [retro game fanatic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box).

**Implications** - As technological gadgets and mediums continue to infiltrate the marketplace, the rise of 'geek chic' will continue. Consumers now crave products that boast nerdy or educational qualities, eager for a feeling of nostalgia or humor. Companies wanting to serve this 'geek chic' demographic can manufacture products that emulate nerdy qualities.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.5/10
- Popularity: 11% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design)

## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Geek Chic Demographic:** Growth opportunities exist for companies looking to cater to the 'geek chic' demographic and manufacture products that emulate nerdy qualities.
- **Nostalgia and Humor Products:** The demand for products that evoke feelings of nostalgia or humor is on the rise, providing opportunities for companies to manufacture and sell such products.
- **Retro Gaming Decor:** There is a growing demand for retro gaming decor, giving businesses the opportunity to manufacture and sell unique designs that appeal to video game enthusiasts.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Home Decor:** Companies in the home decor industry can take advantage of the growing demand for retro gaming-themed products and offer unique, appealing designs to video game enthusiasts.
- **Toy and Game:** Manufacturers in the toy and game industry can expand their product line to include retro gaming-themed products that cater to the 'geek chic' demographic and evoke feelings of nostalgia.
- **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can produce innovative products that cater to the 'geek chic' demographic and boast nerdy or educational qualities, thus providing a unique selling point that differentiates them from competitors.

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