It is a frenzy of 80’s revivals at the moment, so let’s all salute "Garbage Pail Kids" becoming popular again. "Garbage Pail Kids" was a series of trading cards full of horrible zombie characters who were a morbid parody of the "Cabbage Patch Dolls."
Yes, the "Garbage Pail Kids" look somewhat tacky, but it is because they are so bad that they are inevitably cool. I am going to take total advantage of the 80s vibe going on at the moment to enjoy these "Garbage Pail Kids" in full glory.
Morbid Retro Revivals
‘Garbage Pail Kids' Come Back to Life
Trend Themes
1. 80's Retro Revival - Opportunity for businesses to capitalize on the resurgence of 80's nostalgia by reintroducing or reimagining popular products or franchises from that era.
2. Morbid Parody - Potential for innovative companies to create new and unique morbid parody products or services, taking inspiration from popular trends such as 'Garbage Pail Kids'.
3. Tacky Coolness - Opportunity for fashion and design industries to embrace the concept of 'tacky coolness' and create trendy, retro-inspired products that cater to this aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Trading Cards - Trading card companies can explore the market demand for retro-themed trading cards, including morbid parody themes.
2. Fashion - Fashion designers and retailers can create retro-inspired clothing lines and accessories that embrace the tacky coolness aesthetic.
3. Entertainment - Entertainment companies can develop new morbid parody franchises or revive old ones to cater to the growing demand for 80's nostalgia.