# Anime Cartoon Engagement Rings The Pokemon Anime Wedding Ring Will Capture a Spouse's Heart By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-12-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anime-wedding-ring References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2013/12/17/gotta-catch-a-spouse-pokemon-engagement-rings/) & [paulmichaeldesign](https://www.paulmichaeldesign.com/) The Pokémon [anime wedding ring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nontraditional-engagement-ring) designs from Paul Michael Design on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-a-wedding-registry) are sure to capture the hearts of loved ones, as one would a pocket monster. But as any Pokémon fan knows, if you want to make a rare catch, you’ll need a special Pokéball for it and since these rings aren’t cheap, they’re well equipped for the job. There are two versions of the rings available in the Etsy shop; one design is made to look like the [classic red Pokéball](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokenade-monster-ball) with enamel and a diamond at its center and another design forms the shape of the ball entirely from gems. Red is the classic Pokéball color, but there are other colors of Pokéballs used in the series and to reflect this, Paul Michael Design offers custom enamel or gem colors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Anime-inspired Jewelry:** Jewelry designs inspired by anime and other pop culture trends create a unique and personalized option for consumers seeking to express their fandom. - **Customizable Luxury:** Offering customers the ability to select precious metals, gems, and other design elements for customized pieces can create a high-end market for personalized jewelry. - **Nostalgic Accessories:** Retro-inspired designs that reference beloved childhood cartoons, movies, or other media can appeal to consumers seeking to reconnect with their past and express their identity through fashion accessories. ### Where This Applies - **Jewelry:** Jewelry designers and retailers can tap into pop culture trends by offering themed and customizable pieces that appeal to younger and more diverse consumers. - **Weddings:** Anime-inspired engagement and wedding rings offer a unique option for couples seeking to express their love of gaming or nerd culture during their ceremonies. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms provide a low-overhead and accessible channel for independent designers and small retailers to reach niche markets interested in pop culture and fandom merchandise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playful Anime Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-capsule-collection.md) - [Bedazzled Anime Pendants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-ice-x-pokmon.md) - [Confectionery-Inspired Ring Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-earth.md) - [Anime Monster Snack Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokmon-ginza-cozy-corner.md) - [Anime-Inspired Ring Phone Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/millenium-puzzle-phone-ring-holder.md) - [Carrot-Shaped Engagement Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-gold-engagement-ring.md) - [Anime-Themed Home Decor Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-and-karimoku.md) - [Collaboration Anime Cake Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ginza-cozy-corner.md) - [Anime-Themed Virtual Pet Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokenade-monster-ball.md)