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Historic Figurine

Designers engage adult collectors through historically significant references

Implications - Catering to the cultural identity of the Millennial generation, designers are creating collectible dolls that reference historical figures for added educational allure. With the rise of modern aesthetic movements where consumers are selecting items more purposefully, purchasing decisions are being considered more carefully with a shift in preference towards action figures and toys that exhibit a deeper cultural meaning.
Workshop Question - How are you enabling adult consumers a chance to tap into childhood?
Trend Themes
1. Historical Collectibles - Designing collectible dolls that reference historical figures.
2. Cultural Aesthetics - Consumers are selecting items more purposefully with a shift in preference towards toys that exhibit a deeper cultural meaning.
3. 3D Printing - Experimenting with 3D design to recreate several famous classical portrait paintings into figurines
Industry Implications
1. Toy - Creating designs for children and adults with premium collector's items.
2. Art - Revamping antiquated history with modern technology.
3. Gift - Offering a preview of what's to come in educational endeavors with iconic character action figures.
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