Longoland Toys Look Distorted and Freaky
Alex Covert — January 5, 2009 — Art & Design
References: longoland.bigcartel & ohgizmo
I have heard of people who are born with their undeveloped sibling inside of them. A couple teeth. A tuft of hair. Perhaps something that resembles a finger. This is what I think of when I see the creations sold at Longoland. The site sells stuffed animals with weirdly placed teeth and odd, hard-to-explain features. Kind of cool.
Implications - Products like this have an offbeat and bizarre appeal that entices consumers who revel in things that stray outside the realm of the expected or the ordinary. By embracing a mischevious and macabre aesthetic that is playfully silly, sometimes companies can charm customers with their unusual but definitively unique creations.
Implications - Products like this have an offbeat and bizarre appeal that entices consumers who revel in things that stray outside the realm of the expected or the ordinary. By embracing a mischevious and macabre aesthetic that is playfully silly, sometimes companies can charm customers with their unusual but definitively unique creations.
Trend Themes
1. Offbeat Stuffed Animals - Creating stuffed animals with bizarre and distorted features will appeal to customers who seek unique and unconventional products.
2. Mischevious Aesthetic - Companies can entice customers by playfully embracing a macabre and off-kilter aesthetic.
3. Macabre Playfulness - Incorporating elements of the unexpected and silly can make products stand out and garner attention.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - Stuffed animal companies can market offbeat products to customers seeking unique toys.
2. Gift Industry - Distinctive and quirky products like these stuffed animals will appeal to consumers looking for original gift ideas.
3. Artisanal Industry - Handcrafted and unusual stuffed animals can be marketed as high-end, artisanal products for collectors and specialty shops.
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