The William and Kate Pez Dispensers Make the Majestic Mundane
Amelia Roblin — April 13, 2011 — Pop Culture
References: latimesblogs.latimes & jezebel
Young, wealthy, influential and attractive, Prince William and Kate Middleton are in the media for a good reason -- but along with every public personality comes novelty items like these William and Kate Pez Dispensers.
Yes, the royal couple have found their heads on top of candy containers, but they can at least take comfort in the fact that they're no ordinary pieces of the collectable paraphernalia. The plastic receptacles of each item were produced thanks to factory mold, but the individualized busts were actually hand-sculpted, eliminating the possibility that such objects might be copied. That was a cautious move, because now the latest eBay bid is over $12,500. The hype surrounding the William and Kate Pez Dispensers is not undue, since profits go to the Starlight Children's Foundation charity.
Photo Credits: eBay
Yes, the royal couple have found their heads on top of candy containers, but they can at least take comfort in the fact that they're no ordinary pieces of the collectable paraphernalia. The plastic receptacles of each item were produced thanks to factory mold, but the individualized busts were actually hand-sculpted, eliminating the possibility that such objects might be copied. That was a cautious move, because now the latest eBay bid is over $12,500. The hype surrounding the William and Kate Pez Dispensers is not undue, since profits go to the Starlight Children's Foundation charity.
Photo Credits: eBay
Trend Themes
1. Novelty Collectibles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new and unique ways to create collectible items that appeal to fans of popular public figures.
2. Charity Tie-ins - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create products that not only generate profit but also contribute to charitable causes, enhancing brand reputation and customer loyalty.
3. Hand-sculpted Artifacts - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional craftsmanship with modern production techniques to create one-of-a-kind, high-value items that cannot be easily replicated.
Industry Implications
1. Novelty Gifts - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of novelty gift items with unique features or tie-ins to popular public figures.
2. Collectibles Market - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative collectible products that leverage popular trends or celebrity endorsements to attract new collectors.
3. Socially Conscious Brands - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build a brand identity focused on giving back to charitable organizations, attracting socially-conscious consumers and creating a positive social impact.
3.9
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
