Mashable generated a social media phenomena by dressing up Instagram-famous Marnie the dog as 90s cartoon characters. There seems to be a special place in the hearts of millennials for 90s cartoon characters as they continuously pop up on tweets, GIFS and memes. Even Nickelodeon, the network where most of these characters originated is beginning to re-air these favorite shows.
Marnie is an adorable pooch known for her crooked head and signature smile that includes her tongue sticking out of the side of her mouth. In preparing for Marnie's upcoming book 'Marnie the Dog: I'm a Book,' a video was shot documenting some of the photographs that will be featured.
Marnie has an astonishing 1.7 million followers on Instagram and has been known to recreate numerous pop culture moments and celebrities. She has even been immortalized as latte foam art.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- 90s Cartoon Revival
- There is an opportunity for companies in the entertainment industry to revive 90s cartoons and capitalize on millennials' nostalgia.
- Pet Celebrity Branding
- The popularity of Instagram-famous pets like Marnie the dog creates opportunities for companies to develop new branding strategies that leverage the power of these social media stars.
- Pop Culture Pet Iconography
- There is an opportunity for graphic designers and artists to create original designs inspired by popular pets like Marnie, which can be used in merchandise and advertising.
Where This Applies
- Entertainment
- Companies in the entertainment industry can create new merchandise, shows, and experiences around the revival of 90s cartoons and their beloved characters.
- Pet Industry
- Pet companies can leverage the influence of social media pet celebrities to create new products and marketing campaigns that appeal to pet owners and animal lovers.
- Graphic Design
- Graphic designers and artists can create original designs featuring popular pets like Marnie, which can be used in various industries, from pet products to advertising.
