Adult Fairytales

Recalling timeless tales excites the imagination for consumers of all ages

Implications - The greatest pleasure-enhancing tool a person can have is free: his or her imagination. Whimsical innovations that channel childlike innocence and excite the imagination, just as a fairy tale does, are silver linings on an economic dark cloud and appeal equally to children, their parents and grandparents.

Trend Themes

  1. Fairytale Theme — Whimsical innovations that channel childlike innocence and excite the imagination, just as a fairy tale does, appeal equally to children, their parents, and grandparents.
  2. Ethereal Imagery — The use of ethereal images like those seen in Thierry Mugler Angel advertisements are peaceful to consumers, especially when considering the deviant, chaotic nature of today's society.
  3. Fairy Culture — Fairy culture emphasizes that, when we believe, the Fairies hear us and are drawn to us, which could lead to the business opportunity of creating fairytale inspired products that uplift and transport us to a magical world.

Industry Implications

  1. Fashion — Jason Wu's fall collection inspired by fairy tales received a great deal of attention, indicating a potential opportunity in clothing inspired by popular fairy tales.
  2. Hospitality — Fairy tale-themed hotels like Grand Daddy's Goldilocks Trailer and similar accommodations seek to create an immersive and magical environment for guests, indicating an opportunity within the hospitality industry for emulating childhood fantasies.
  3. Art & Photography — The 'Wahre Maerchen' surreal photo exhibit offers contemporary authors' artistic interpretations of classic fairy tales with accompanying hauntingly beautiful Gothic photography, showing an opportunity for creative artists to explore the world of these stories and bring them to life through their craft.
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Featured Examples

Teen Takes On Fairy Tales
Teen Takes On Fairy Tales
Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens in "Sleeping Beauty"
As they did over a year ago, Disney has teamed up with celebrities for a series of portraits in which the famous faces are dressed up as Disney’s iconic fairytale characters including Alice in Wonderland,… MORE
play_circle_filledFairytale Perfume Ads
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Naomi Watts Wishes on a Star for 'Angel' by Thierry Mugler
Thierry Mugler has enlisted Hollywood star Naomi Watts as the face of the campaign for their perfume, Angel. The commercial for Angel was directed by Academy Award winner Bill Condon and shows Naomi Watts… MORE
Fairy-Like Wrap Dresses
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Natalie Portman Was Pretty in Pink in Rodarte at 2009 Oscars
Natalie Portman gave a womanly twist to the saying ‘pretty in pink’ in her stunning Rodarte gown at the Oscars this weekend. Natalie Portman’s complimentary makeup was done with Chanel cosmetics by Jeanine… MORE
Fairytale Gowns
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Jason Wu Fall 2009 Charms New York Fashion Week
All eyes were on the Jason Wu Fall 2009 runway show in New York Fashion Week. After all, this is the 26 year-old designer who created Michelle Obama’s inaugural ball gown and the dress she wears on the… MORE
Gothic Fairy Taletography
Gothic Fairy Taletography
Germany's ‘Wahre Maerchen' Surreal Photo Exhibit
The renowned Strychnin Gallery in Berlin is about to mount a show of photos by photographer Annie Bertram. “Wahre Märchen” opens on Friday, February 6th, at 6 PM with a reading by German author Christian… MORE
Fantasy Fairy Houses
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Attract a Garden Sprite with Fairy Woodland Homes
With spring around the corner, it’s time to get the garden ready for visiting fairies. These astonishing tiny homes are handmade from Fairy Woodland in Newport, Oregon. In case you are new to fairy culture,… MORE
play_circle_filledFairy Tale Themed Hotels
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Grand Daddy's Goldilocks Trailer in South Africa
The South African Grand Daddy Hotel project, located in the center of Cape Town, features seven customized Airstream trailers, which local artists have embellished with several design themes. The latest… MORE

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