The toaster museum is going crazy online for some unexplained reason. It's amazing how much buzz a collection of toasters can generate! I love pimping up toast in many different ways, so this does appeal to me too.
The curator of the VERY detailed online museum is Jens Veerbeck who collects toasters like most people collect stamps. More worryingly, his collection has grown to exhibition size in a little over 10 years. There are so many, in fact, he has sorted them into categories to make toaster research (why would you want to do that?) a lot easier.
Toast nerd Beerbeck says, "The design of each single toaster is like a small window to the design trend of the corresponding decade and country."
Maybe a valid point, but the joy in this website is just looking at the sheer variety and rejoicing in the good old eccentric. An eccentric who knows EVERYTHING about toaster. I hope he appreciates my cluster of toast trends, is all I have to say.
A toaster for hot dog sausages? I would advise drunk men to steer clear. It would NOT be a good idea.
Toaster Museums + 10 Odd Toasters You Might Find There
Toaster Museums + 10 Odd Toasters You Might Find There
Trend Themes
1. Toaster Collecting - The popularity of the online toaster museum and its curator highlights a trend towards collecting unique and quirky kitchen appliances.
2. Retro Kitchen Gadgets - The museum's showcasing of vintage toasters reflects a trend towards an appreciation for throwback kitchen gadgets with retro designs.
3. Customized Toast - The fascination with different types of toasters and their capabilities suggests a trend towards personalizing the breakfast experience with customized toast options.
Industry Implications
1. Kitchen Appliance Manufacturing - Manufacturers of kitchen appliances can capitalize on the trend of unique toaster collecting by producing limited edition or customizable toaster designs.
2. Vintage Home Decor - The demand for retro and vintage-inspired kitchen gadgets creates an opportunity for businesses in the home decor industry to offer unique and stylish pieces for kitchens.
3. Food and Beverage Industry - The trend towards customized toast options suggests an opportunity for cafes and restaurants to offer customized toast toppings or even toaster rental services, to give customers a unique breakfast experience.