# Vintage Metallic Couture Tiddleywink's Etsy Shop Has What's Hot in Old School Accessories By Carolena Costa | Published 2009-12-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiddleywinks-etsy-shop References: [shoeminx](http://shoeminx.com/amanda-bynes-loves-modern-vintage-shoes/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/tiddleywink?page=1) Glittery gold and silver screams “where is the party?!” Apparently the party is over at Tiddleywink's [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop) shop where vintage is queen and shop’s selection of [metallic vintage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-fine-jewelry) is oh-so alluring. Retro metallic shoes and purses are being routinely being featured in top international magazines. The fashion revivals in this shop are designer re-dos of [vintage fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lillys-vintage-vault). If only I could find vintage pair of shoes that fit. **Implications** - The last few years have seen an increased consumer interest in products considered 'vintage.' A company can capitalize on this craze by creating products or a line of products that appeal to the retro vibe in both aesthetics and material. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage-inspired Fashion:** Retro-inspired fashion is popular, presenting an opportunity for the creation of vintage-inspired products. - **Metallic Accessories:** Metallic shoes and purses are being featured in top international magazines, creating a potential market for similar accessories. - **Designer Vintage Re-dos:** Vintage fashion is being given new life through designer re-dos, which presents an opportunity for fashion designers and retailers to reach niche markets with unique designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the interest in vintage-inspired fashion and metallic accessories by creating new product lines. - **Retail/e-commerce:** Online retailers, such as Etsy shops, can capitalize on the trend by offering vintage and vintage-inspired jewelry and accessories. - **Design:** Designers and artists can create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces by re-doing vintage fashion items, attracting customers who are looking for something original and sustainable. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage-Inspired Holiday Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry.md) - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [Retro-Themed Metallic Homeware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rabanne-hm-home.md) - [Unique Chain Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-chain-shop.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Whimsical High-Fashion Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roger-vivier-holiday-2025.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Fine Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-fine-jewelry.md) - [Nostalgic Fragrance Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-90s-looks.md)