# Flyswatter Timepieces The Urban Outfitters 'Time Flies' Clock is a Fly on the Wall By Cammilyn Scott | Published 2011-05-30 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-outfitter-time-flies-clock-flyswatter References: [kikkerland](http://www.kikkerland.com/products/fly-wall-clock/) & [urbanoutfitters](http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=80&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=21326905&parentid=A_NEWARRIVALS&sortProperties=) The Urban Outfitters Time Flies Clock gives new meaning to the old expression "fly on the wall." Have you ever wanted to be a fly on a wall or wished you could secretly hear and observe any situation without being noticed? Despite the expression, the Urban Outfitter Time Flies Clock is sure to stand out. It's a [retro wall clock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-flip-clock) shaped like a [fly swatter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fly-insect-trap). The Time Flies Clock features a fly as a second hand with an outdoor clear blue sky and cloud graphic background on a long white steel handle. The hands on the time-teller are a bold and striking red. So, next time when you wish you could be a fly on the wall -- beware because the Urban Outfitter Time Flies Clock just might swat you back to never-never land. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fly-inspired Timepieces:** The trend of incorporating fly-inspired designs into timepieces presents opportunities for unique and eye-catching products. - **Retro Clocks:** The resurgence of retro clocks, like the Urban Outfitters Time Flies Clock, opens up possibilities for nostalgic and quirky home decor items. - **Novelty Clocks:** The demand for novelty clocks that offer unconventional designs and add a touch of whimsy to interior spaces provides room for innovative and playful clock concepts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can capitalize on the trend of fly-inspired timepieces by creating a range of unique and stylish clocks that appeal to consumers. - **Fashion and Accessories:** Fashion and accessories brands can explore the use of fly-inspired designs in their products, such as watches and jewelry, to cater to customers looking for bold and distinctive pieces. - **Gift and Novelty:** The gift and novelty industry can tap into the market for novelty clocks by offering a variety of creative and amusing timepieces that make for memorable and entertaining gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shooting Target Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clockwerk-target-clocks.md) - [Pixelated Flip-Style Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-klapklok.md) - [Two-Sided Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corner-clock.md) - [Chic Modern Cuckoo Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-cuckoo-clock1.md) - [Barebones Retro-Inspired Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudnola-flip-clock.md) - [Tubular Illuminating Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-blade.md) - [Security Camera Multifunctional Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swap-clock.md) - [Subtle Lifestyle-Changing Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superlocal-clock.md) - [Venn Diagram Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jetlag-clock.md)