I have already written articles on everything plush, from tears to HIV microbes, but these plush guns and war themed stuffies from the French artist and designer James Lassey are among the best I have seen.
My only real concern is if anyone were to mistake the rifle for the real thing which, of course, would lead to you having a less than brilliant day.
His website on doudoupop is well worth checking out for more examples of his dark, macabre and yet funny designs.
Plush Weaponary
Cuddly Guns From James Lassey are Macabre Comfy
Trend Themes
1. Plush Art - The trend of using plush materials to create unique and artistic designs, like James Lassey's plush guns.
2. Macabre Comedy - The trend of combining dark and macabre themes with humor, as seen in James Lassey's designs.
3. Unique Collectibles - The trend of collecting and showcasing one-of-a-kind and unusual items, such as James Lassey's war-themed stuffies.
Industry Implications
1. Art & Design - The art and design industry can explore opportunities to create and market plush art inspired by unconventional themes.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can tap into the trend of macabre comedy by incorporating similar elements into movies, TV shows, or comedy acts.
3. Collectibles - The collectibles industry can cater to the demand for unique and unconventional items like James Lassey's war-themed stuffies by creating limited-edition collectible series.