Gamer-Chic

Video games continue to expand to appeal to the fashion world

Implications - The geek-chic look has grown far beyond the classic box-rimmed glasses and suspenders, now including contemporary video game characters that have sprouted through the development of technological apps. Appealing to both gamers and fashion-forward consumers alike, game-centric apparel is surely a signification that the pop culture world will continue to grow beyond its own industry and reach into other realms.

Trend Themes

  1. Gaming Fashion — The expansion of video game characters into the fashion industry is creating new opportunities for clothing companies to create unique and appealing geek-chic apparel.
  2. Pop Culture Crossovers — The merging of different pop culture icons, such as Star Wars and Angry Birds, provides a new avenue for fashion-forward consumers to express their love for all things geeky.
  3. Nostalgic Gaming Revivals — The revival of classic video game characters, such as Super Mario, for use in trendy clothing and footwear is a popular trend that brings gamers and fashion enthusiasts together.

Industry Implications

  1. Fashion — Clothing companies can capitalize on the gaming industry's growing popularity by creating unique, eye-catching apparel inspired by classic video game characters.
  2. Gaming — The gaming industry can expand its reach beyond traditional video games by collaborating with fashion companies to create clothing and footwear based on popular video game characters.
  3. Entertainment — The merging of different pop culture icons, such as Star Wars and Angry Birds, into clothing and footwear designs can attract a wider audience of fans from various entertainment industries.
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5 Featured, 44 Examples:
850,171 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Dec 10 — Jun 11
Trending:
Warm
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