With everything from VHS tapes to video game memorabilia and vintage records, Chicago's Bric-a-Brac Records & Collectibles is a must-visit destination for every kind of collector.
Located in Chicago's Logan Square neighborhood, Bric-a-Brac Records & Collectibles is a quirky shop that is dripping with nostalgia. The walls of the shop are lined with old vinyl records, while the display cases are chocked full of vintage action figures and other toys. In the middle of the store is a sizable collection of punk and garage rock records by big names and local acts. The shop even features a small stage, which is used to host concerts and other community events. In other words, Bric-a-Brac Records & Collectibles is the ultimate destination for all things pop culture and a perfect stop for those attending Trend Hunter’s Chicago innovation conference.
Nostalgia-Inducing Record Shops
Chicago's 'Bric-a-Brac' is a Record Collector's Dream Destination
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgic Collectibles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create an online marketplace for collectors to buy and sell nostalgic items like vintage records, toys, and video game memorabilia.
2. Pop Culture Retail - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a chain of retail stores that specialize in selling pop culture merchandise, offering a wide range of products from vinyl records to action figures.
3. Community Events Spaces - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a network of unique retail spaces that double as venues for hosting community events, such as concerts, workshops, and art exhibitions.
Industry Implications
1. E-commerce - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build an online marketplace specifically for collectors of nostalgic items, providing a platform for them to connect, trade, and discover rare finds.
2. Retail - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establish a chain of boutique stores that combine retail and entertainment, offering a curated selection of pop culture merchandise and hosting regular events to engage customers.
3. Event Management - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a platform that connects retail spaces with event organizers, facilitating the booking and management of community events in unique venues.