# Viewmaster-Inspired Shades The Vintage Red Walter Van Beirendonck Sunglasses are Nostalgic By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walter-van-beirendonck-sunglasses References: [fabsugar](http://www.fabsugar.com/Walter-Van-Beirendonck-Vintage-Red-Shades-9486517) & [store.americanapparel.net](http://store.americanapparel.net/csv074.html) I'm sure I won't be the only person who draws a cute connection between the Walter Van Beirendonck Sunglasses and Viewmaster, the [vintage picture viewing toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurassic-park-goggles). Although this design may not be the most flattering, the [nostalgia this item invokes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection) is undeniable. Sold for $350, the Walter Van Beirendonck Sunglasses will definitely be a must-have item for those hipster gals looking for a [unique pair of shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Nostalgia-inspired Fashion:** Creating fashion items that evoke nostalgia can capture the attention of consumers seeking sentimental and unique products. - **Unique Eyewear Designs:** Designing unconventional and distinctive sunglasses can attract fashion-forward individuals looking to make a statement with their accessories. - **Retro-themed Accessories:** Developing accessories that pay homage to vintage toys and trends can appeal to consumers looking for playful and nostalgic pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore opportunities to incorporate nostalgia-inspired designs into their collections, appealing to consumers' desire for unique and sentimental fashion items. - **Eyewear:** The eyewear industry can embrace innovative and unconventional designs to cater to the preferences of fashion-forward individuals. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can tap into the market of retro-themed products, offering consumers playful and nostalgic options for their accessories collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Silhouette Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Wooden Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delray-se-sunglasses.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md) - [Classic Sporty Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vallon-daytrippers.md) - [Cereal-Inspired Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-crunch-and-pit-viper.md) - [Stunning 3D-Printed Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-sunglasses1.md) - [Modernized Vintage Summer Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-soul-collection.md) - [UV-Activated Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodr-x-cheetos.md) - [Bubble-Like Sunglasses Drop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upside-down-sunglasses.md)