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Chimerical Cardboard Crowns

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Whimsical Stuart McLachlan Children's Paper Styling Hats

— July 27, 2011 — Fashion
Birthday parties and everyday dress-up play can be even more exciting and fabulous with the Stuart McLachlan Children's Paper Styling hats and crowns. The Australian artist creates handmade paper art and fashion for storybook illustrations, fashion editorials and the runway, and these new designs for kids are nothing short of a perfect fanciful fantasy land chapeau. McLachlan's headwear depicts various playful scenarios, from a "strong man" circus act to a pirate ship riding over wild waves. One of his most remarkable pieces is a white top hat made to look like a birdcage, with beautiful purple flowers inside.

The Stuart McLachlan Children's Paper Styling creations make the perfect party favor. Whether jazzed up with complementary face paints or left to be the focal point of an outfit, these magical cardboard crowns are fun for people of all ages.
Trend Themes
1. Handmade Paper Art - Handmade paper art could be a great business idea for artists in the fashion industry, which could lead to a new form of wearable accessories that are sustainable and customizable.
2. Children's Fashion - The children's fashion could lead to the emergence of a new market in the fashion industry that focuses on sustainable and imaginative designs for kids.
3. Party Favors - The production of sustainable and whimsical party favors could lead to a new market in the party supply industry, which could create opportunities for small and local businesses.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - The art and design industry could explore the potential for creating sustainable accessories such as hats and crowns, which are made from recycled materials.
2. Fashion - Fashion designers could explore new, imaginative and sustainable designs for children's clothing and accessories, especially hats and crowns.
3. Party Supplies - The party supply industry could focus on the production of imaginative and eco-friendly party favors made of recycled materials, which could create opportunities for niche market businesses.
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