# Elitist Collectible Fandom crosses over to exclusivity with items based on in-jokes. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Jun 15, 2017 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/elitist-collectible ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.2/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Elitist Collectible trend? **Elitist Collectible:** The nature of fandom and the idea of deeply loving, and connecting with others, over a niche interest has clear social motivations in that it encourages a sense of belonging. This practice has shifted from niche to elite, appealing to adult consumers who bond over insider knowledge within a specific behavioral tribe. This reinforces the idea that consumers are looking to bond over deeper connections than surface commonalities. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Oct 13, 2016 to May 10, 2017 - Published: Jun 15, 2017 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Themes within the Elitist Collectible trend ### Niche Collectibles Consumers are seeking exclusive collectibles that appeal to adult niche interests. ### Designer-Inspired Dolls Luxury doll collections are becoming more prominent, featuring designer-inspired outfits and accessories. ### Art Industry Action Figures Humorous and relatable action figures, tailored to the art and advertising industries, are gaining popularity. ## What the Elitist Collectible trend means for industry ### For Toy Collectibles Opportunities for manufacturers to produce niche and designer-inspired toy collectibles, aimed at adult consumers. ### For Fashion Fashion brands can collaborate with doll manufacturers, creating limited-edition designer doll apparel and accessories. ### For Art and Advertising Opportunities for companies to create relatable and humorous action figures that appeal to the art and advertising industry workers, or lovers of these fields. ## Workshop question Aside from surface-level commonalities, what values or core interests do your key customer groups share? ## Trend signals for Elitist Collectible Trend score 3.2 out of 10, from popularity 43%, activity 45%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 43% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Elitist Collectible trend 4 featured examples from Oct 13, 2016 to May 10, 2017. - [Dutch Painter Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-gogh-collectible): This Unique Van Gogh Collectible Has an Ear That Can Be Detached (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The toy industry can explore the creation of art history collectibles, which could attract art enthusiasts as a niche market. - [Fashion Designer-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isaac-mizrahi): This Limited-Edition Doll Was Created by Designer Isaac Mizrahi (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The limited-edition collectible doll market offers opportunities for brands to create unique and desirable products that attract collectors. - [Art Director Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-action-figure): Adobe's Art Action Figure is a Toy for Ad Industry Members (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Developing and marketing adult-targeted art action figures as part of the collectible toy market. - [Presidential Candidate Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/text-from-hillary): Hashtag Collectibles' Doll is Based on the Texts from Hillary Meme (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: The toy manufacturing industry can explore creating dolls and plush toys based on popular memes and political themes. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)