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Realistic Representation

Children look for more accurate representations of themselves in toys

Implications - Virtual and augmented reality technology has lead to the creation of immersive toys that allow children to partake in worlds of fantasy. However, more and more frequently, children -- especially girls -- are looking for more genuine representations of themselves in their toys. Whether it's physical resemblance or behavioral imitation, realistic toys reflect a desire in children for more accurate portrayals of their identity.
Trend Themes
1. Realistic Representation - Children are looking for more genuine representations of themselves in their toys.
2. Inclusive and Diverse Dolls - Doll companies are expanding their product lines to include dolls with more diverse features and inclusive designs.
3. Educational and Empowering Dolls - Dolls that focus on education and empowerment of young girls are gaining popularity in the toy industry.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - The toy manufacturing industry can focus on making more realistic and diverse dolls for children.
2. Education - The education industry can benefit from gamifying the learning process through toys that encourage curiosity and learning.
3. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore gender-neutral fashion and inclusive designs that resonate with diverse communities.
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Featured Examples

Gender-Blurring Barbie Dolls
Gender-Blurring Barbie Dolls
These Barbies Have Been Remixed into a Line of Gender-Neutral Dolls
Designer duo Ava Nirui and Alex Lee have crafted a line of gender-neutral dolls for the gender-bending fashion generation. With more and more designers and fashion icons dismissing the idea of... MORE
Inclusive Disability Dolls
Inclusive Disability Dolls
The Toy Like Me Campaign Spurs The Makies to Create More Diverse Dolls
Toy Like Me is a viral Facebook campaign started by two deaf mothers who were looking to diversify the toy industry in more meaningful ways. The hashtag was brandished proudly by supporters and... MORE
Diverse Model-Made Dolls
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Mala Bryan Created a Line of Dolls That Celebrate Black Beauty
Slow but steady progress is being made with diversity in the fashion industry and model Mala Bryan is furthering the inclusiveness with a line of dolls that honor black skin tones. Malaville dolls... MORE
Drastic Doll Make-Unders
Drastic Doll Make-Unders
These Bratz Dolls Are Given Startling Transformations
A Tasmania-based artist has taken it upon themselves to “rescue and rehabilitate” Bratz dolls from their garish styling. Opting for a less-is-more-approach, the artist, who operates... MORE
Educational Fashion Dolls
Educational Fashion Dolls
This Line of Dolls Titled Project Mc² Seeks to Empower and Educate Girls
MGA Entertainment created a line of dolls titled Project Mc² that seeks to incorporate education in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) with the use of traditional dolls. The line of... MORE
Educational Diabetic Dolls
Educational Diabetic Dolls
The American Girl Diabetes Care Kit Teaches Young Girls About Illness
Unfortunately along with rising child obesity rates come increased instances of diabetes and a need to teach people about illness at an early age—which is where this diabetes care kit comes in.... MORE
3D-Printed Dolls
3D-Printed Dolls
The Makies Have Cross the Pond into the United States of America
Makies, the 3D-printed dolls which have slowly infiltrated the toy market, becoming available at respected toy retailers such as London’s Hamleys, are now available in the US. Because they are... MORE
Diversely Shaped Dolls
Diversely Shaped Dolls
The Latest Barbie Fashionistas Line Boasts Curvy, Tall and Petite Models
Change might come slowly to big corporations, but with slumping sales as a huge motivator, it’s no wonder the latest Barbie Fashionitas line is finally more diverse than ever before. It boasts... MORE
play_circle_filledRacially Insightful Dolls
Racially Insightful Dolls
These Dolls Teach Girls of Color to Embrace Their Natural Features
‘Healthy Roots’ recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for a set of dolls that teach natural hair care to girls of color. While many people have pointed out the lack of diversity in... MORE
play_circle_filledDiversity-Promoting Dolls
Diversity-Promoting Dolls
Elle&Cee World Girls is a Line of Racially Diverse Dolls to Educate Kids
Twin sisters Carlissa and Laken King are the founders of Elle & Cee World Girls, a company dedicated to connecting girls on a global level. They decided to empower and educate young women... MORE

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