# Customizable Trading Card Holders The 'DeckBoy' is a Stylish Way to Keep Your Favorite Cards Safe By Bryce Mason | Published 2022-05-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trading-card-holders References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/anchordstache/deckboy-protect-and-showcase-your-cards-in-style?ref=discovery_newest)  Designer Cameron Blair has recently created the 'DeckBoy,' a protective and stylish way to showcase your favorite cards. This customizable deck allows you to keep your prized cards safe while impressing the competition. DeckBoy came together from a 3d printed rendered concept. Cameron invented this unique case to protect and show off his favorite [trading card decks such as Pokemon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-2), Yu-Gi-Og, Flesh Blood, and even sports cards. The deck can hold over 100 [double-sleeved cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wise-buys-app). It is highly exchangeable, with the creator even joking that one could put their [business cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balatro-playing-card-deck) there if they wanted to. The unique magnetic snaps of the Deckboy allow it to load cards in from the top, utilizing a sliding lid, and is locked in place via the Cartridge. The DeckBoy comes in blue, red, green, black, and white, and the accent plate color options are charcoal and white. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customizable Trading Card Holders:** The trend of customizable and stylish trading card holders is on the rise, providing opportunities for innovation in the gaming and accessory industries. - **3D Printing for Innovative Creations:** The use of 3D printing in creating unique and personalized products such as the DeckBoy offers opportunities for development in the manufacturing industry. - **Magnetic Snap Closure:** Magnetic snap closures are gaining popularity as an alternative to traditional closures for cases and bags in the fashion and accessory industries. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** The DeckBoy presents an opportunity for gaming industry professionals to develop new and innovative products to enhance the gaming experience. - **Accessories:** The trend of customizable and stylish trading card holders offers opportunities for innovation in the accessory industry, particularly for those who cater to gamers and collectors. - **Manufacturing:** The use of 3D printing in creating unique and personalized products like the DeckBoy presents opportunities for innovation in the manufacturing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [EDC Knife Display Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holme-hadfield-knife-deck.md) - [Anime-Style Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokdex-wallet.md) - [All-in-One Anime Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-trading-card-game-classic.md) - [Sustainable Gaming Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-gaming-accessories-ultra-pro-launch-new-vivid-deluxe-gaming-acc.md) - [Nostalgic Gamer Smartphone Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-game-boy-magsafe-wallet.md) - [Photographer-Targeted Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-cases1.md) - [Charming Retro Storage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floppy-disk-inspired-sd-card.md) - [Foldable Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-flip-concept.md) - [Retro Handheld PC Parts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extremerate-clear-faceplate.md)