Anime is a huge pop culture trend that has spread from its birth place in Japan to western culture. Not surprisingly, manga characters are one of the most popular Halloween costume ideas in 2008. The gallery shows images from a very high end anime-themed Halloween party hosted by Allison Sarofim. The party attendees went all out, dressing in some pretty sexy manga costumes.
Implications - Browsing the featured images may give you some great inspiration for your next Halloween costume choice. Be prepared to be amazed by costumes such as Siamese twins, Gothic geishas, space warriors and Hello Kitty-bedazzled outfits. Going with an anime theme will certainly have you standing out from the crowd.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Anime-inspired Halloween Costumes
- Opportunity for retailers to sell a wide variety of anime-themed Halloween costumes and accessories.
- Anime Cosplay Parties
- Demand for Halloween parties and other events with anime-themed cosplay will increase.
- Popularity of Manga and Anime Culture
- Industries related to manga and anime, such as comic book shops and animation studios, will experience increased demand.
Where This Applies
- Retail
- Retailers have an opportunity to sell anime-themed Halloween costumes and accessories.
- Entertainment
- Anime cosplay parties and events will increase demand for entertainment venues and equipment.
- Publishing
- Increased demand for manga and anime will benefit comic book shops and publishers, as well as animation studios.
