It is not hard to spot the latest fashion trends. Just visit any college campus. But will this year’s hot new trends be unique or will they be reruns from seasons long past? The lava lights and psychedelic posters of the 70’s were once again easy to spot in the mid 90’s and the slap bracelets and big sun glasses of the early 90’s have been seen again as recently as 2006. What past fashion accessories will be popping up this semester?

Vintage film posters populate walls from Hudson University to UCLA and all points between. Girls who had not even been a glimmer in their parents’ eyes when “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” was released in theatres are hanging Audrey on the wall and buying dark glasses and pearl necklaces. Classic film posters from A-list hits such as “Scarface” or D-list wonders such as “Evil Dead” are hung up every day. The black and white posters are only the tip of the movie memorabilia iceberg.

Although the exact reason why may remain unknown, a growing number of twenty-somethings are opting for nostalgia in movies, harkening back to drive-in classics and black and white pictures. Perhaps it is the simple humor of these movies that is their biggest draw, or maybe it is just the classic nature of the films that have gained them popularity again.

Classic movie posters are only the beginning. Intelligent marketers from around the country are making millions in merchandising. Everything from catch phrase t-shirts to freestanding figurines and accessories from the films can be found in local shopping malls. Vintage movie posters are more popular than ever. At poster sales on college campuses across the country are selling out of “Dracula” and “The Blob” posters faster than newer films. Vintage movie posters are more popular than ever.

Another time and a fantasy of what you could have been can be imagined with posters. They can help keep your memories alive and capture the imagination of a time you wish you lived in also. Some students put posters up to remind them of their youth in high school or childhood, and others put them up to let others know who they are. Film students used to be the only ones who displayed independent art/film posters, but now the audience for them is now much larger.

If you are searching for a gift for a special friend or family member, posters with Faye Dunaway or Elvis are sure to be big hits. They were very popular in their day and continue to be popular now. In twenty years your posters may become the new hot trend so be sure to hang on to your poster, you will be quite pleased that you did.

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