Whimsical Plushies by Michelle Valigura
Going Like Sixty — December 1, 2008 — Art & Design
References: myswitcheroo & michellevaligura
Michelle Valigura must live a fun life. She's a SoCal artist that surrounds herself with whimsy to create odd and lovable. Many of her felt creations have two heads, yet there is a playfulness about her work that makes it perfectly okay to own a two-headed buzzard. Her dark period, I suppose, is represented by the Darth Vader with pink brains showing.
Implications - Brands have pushed the design elements of action figures and puzzles to make them more appealing to kids with short attention spans and to provide them with the healthier alternative to electronics. As video games and the Internet slowly consume the younger generation, concerned parents are hoping to help their kids hold on to the simplicity of life before technology takes over.
Implications - Brands have pushed the design elements of action figures and puzzles to make them more appealing to kids with short attention spans and to provide them with the healthier alternative to electronics. As video games and the Internet slowly consume the younger generation, concerned parents are hoping to help their kids hold on to the simplicity of life before technology takes over.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Plush Toys - With the rise of nostalgia and the desire for tangible objects, there is an opportunity to create unique and playful plush toys that appeal to both adults and children alike.
2. Two-headed Creatures - The popularity of two-headed plushies may inspire the creation of other fantastical creatures with multiple heads, creating new avenues for fantasy and imagination.
3. Reinventing Traditional Toys - By giving classic toys such as plushies a unique and modern twist, designers and brands can tap into the growing trend of nostalgia while catering to a new generation of kids.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The toy industry can capitalize on the popularity of unique and playful plushies, providing an alternative to electronic devices.
2. Arts and Crafts Industry - The arts and crafts industry can tap into the desire for handmade and unique items, allowing for the creation of one-of-a-kind plush toys and other whimsical creations.
3. E-commerce Industry - The rise of online marketplaces has made it easier for independent artists and designers to sell their creations, providing a platform to showcase unique and imaginative plushies.
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