Once-shunned nerds and tattoo enthusiasts are now edgy and avant-garde
Implications - Tattooed kids and geeks may not have been popular in high school, but their flair for the unique and cavalier attitude toward pop culture make these peer groups into hotbeds of creativity--and ideal consumers. These avant-garde early adopters have the power to propel the right products into the stratosphere.
Trend Themes
1. Alternative Subcultures - The rise of alternative subcultures such as nerdy and tattoo enthusiasts, gives companies the opportunity to tap into their unique creativity and fashion-forward attitudes to sell niche products and experiences.
2. Geek Chic - The trend towards geeky fashion and interests being more widely accepted opens the door for companies to create products that combine formerly undesirable traits and embrace quirkiness to appeal to a wider audience.
3. Customization & Personalization - The trend towards customization and personalization, as seen in tattoo-inspired makeup and Barbie dolls, allows customers to express their individuality and uniqueness in a way that reflects their interests and personality.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion & Apparel - The fashion industry can tap into the trend towards alternative subcultures and geek culture to create unique and niche fashion products that cater to a specific demographic.
2. Entertainment & Media - The entertainment and media industries can create products and experiences that appeal to alternative subcultures and embrace quirkiness and individuality to provide a unique and immersive experience.
3. Beauty & Personal Care - The beauty and personal care industry can capitalize on the customization and personalization trend to create products that allow customers to express their individuality and reflect their interests and personality.
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Date Range:
Jan 09 — Mar 09
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