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Killer Costume Breakdowns

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

American Psycho's Patrick Bateman Costume is Chic for Halloween

— October 28, 2012 — Special
The in the chic lights of New York City, a tall brooding male figure looms among the shadows of Wall Street; American Psycho's Patrick Bateman costume is a sure way to solidify your high-end social status. If even for the night, you can impersonate the famed Financial District psychopath with this simple DIY costume tutorial. From purchasing a ZZenga blazer to a Brooks Brother button down, the costume even allows for a AK-47 rifle (if your funds find this splurge item applicable). Dressing fabulous in Rolex watches may seem like a simple endeavor but executing Patrick Bateman's personality might be the hardest triumph of all.

If finding these designer pieces is too hard, simply put on a suit and clear poncho covered in fake blood with an axe in tow and remember to speak highly of the letter size of your business card. Simple way to embody the Patrick Bateman costume.
Trend Themes
1. High-end Costumes - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a rental service that offers high-end designer costumes for Halloween and other occasions, allowing people to embody the styles of iconic characters like Patrick Bateman.
2. DIY Costume Tutorials - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop an online platform that provides step-by-step tutorials for creating DIY costumes, catering to the growing demand for unique and personalized Halloween outfits.
3. Character Impersonation - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a virtual reality experience that allows users to immerse themselves in the world of their favorite characters, providing a realistic and interactive way to embody fictional personalities like Patrick Bateman.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Rental - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch a fashion rental service specifically targeting high-end costume rentals, capitalizing on the demand for stylish and authentic costumes for Halloween and other special events.
2. E-commerce - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create an e-commerce platform dedicated to selling DIY costume supplies and accessories, offering a convenient and wide-ranging selection of materials for creative costume enthusiasts.
3. Virtual Reality - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop cutting-edge virtual reality technology for immersive character impersonation experiences, catering to the growing market of entertainment and gaming enthusiasts seeking realistic and interactive virtual experiences.
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