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Cartoon Sleep Accessories

The Anime Sleep Mask Lets you Channel Your Favorite Doe-Eye Characters

— November 26, 2012 — Art & Design
For lovers of Japanese comic books and the adorable anime characters who are in them, the Anime Eye Sleep Mask is just for you.

The mask, which has two bright blue and exaggerated doe-like eyes printed on it, is the perfect accessory for when you need your beauty sleep . It is also a fun way to deceive others into thinking that you have turned yourself into an anime character or are completely alert while flying on a plane. Archie McPhee, the creator behind the sleep mask calls it a "stylish nerd accessory."

The anime sleep mask accessory will put your other printed masks to shame and will allow you go to bed feeling like you are one of the characters that you can usually only dream of being.
Trend Themes
1. Anime Sleep Accessories - The trend of anime-themed sleep accessories is disrupting the sleepwear industry, providing fans with a fun and unique way to express their love for Japanese comic book characters.
2. Personalized Sleep Masks - The rise of personalized sleep masks, such as the Anime Eye Sleep Mask, presents an opportunity for customization and self-expression within the sleep accessory market.
3. Niche Character Merchandise - The demand for niche character merchandise, like the Anime Eye Sleep Mask, is growing, creating a disruptive opportunity for businesses to cater to specific fandoms.
Industry Implications
1. Sleepwear - The sleepwear industry can capitalize on the trend of anime-themed sleep accessories by offering a wider variety of character-themed sleep masks and other products.
2. Customization and Personalization - The rise of personalized sleep masks presents opportunities for businesses in the customization and personalization industry to create unique sleep accessories tailored to individual preferences.
3. Fandom Merchandise - The niche character merchandise industry can tap into the growing demand for anime-themed products, like the Anime Eye Sleep Mask, by offering a range of accessories catering to different fandoms.
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