# Playmate-Honoring Apparel Primitive Skateboarding's Line Remembers the Late Anna Nicole Smith By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-08-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anna-nicole-smith References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/8/primitive-skateboarding-anna-nicole-collection) & [primitiveskate](http://primitiveskate.com/) Anna Nicole Smith is perhaps best known for her work as a Playmate during the 1990s, as well as the speculation surrounding her marriage and early demise as a result of a tragic drug overdose. In order to pay tribute to the memory of the Texas-born model and TV personality, Primitive Skateboarding designed a collection of apparel and skate decks which show [portraits of Anna Nicole Smith](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aaliyah-barbie). In order to do so, the American label collaborated with the Anna Nicole Estate and Daniela Federici -- the photographer who was responsible for capturing the late Playmate in her iconic Guess editorial. Included in Primitive Skateboarding's release is a [hoodie, t-shirt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playboi-carti-supreme), two skate decks and a series of pins -- all of which showcase black and white images of Anna Nicole Smith. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Playmate-honoring Apparel:** Creating apparel and merchandise that pays tribute to iconic figures like Anna Nicole Smith opens up opportunities for brands to connect with nostalgic consumers. - **Collaborative Fashion Collections:** Collaborating with estates, photographers, and other creatives to create limited-edition fashion collections allows brands to tap into the allure of iconic figures and stories. - **Nostalgic Skateboarding Culture:** Linking skateboarding culture with nostalgia for iconic figures like Anna Nicole Smith offers skateboarding brands a unique way to engage with their target audience. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Apparel:** The fashion apparel industry can explore collaborations and limited-edition releases featuring iconic figures like Anna Nicole Smith to generate interest and cater to nostalgic consumers. - **Skateboarding:** Skateboarding brands can create exclusive skate decks, apparel, and accessories that pay tribute to iconic figures, capitalizing on the intersection of skateboarding culture and nostalgia. - **Photography and Art:** Photographers and artists can collaborate with brands to create unique and nostalgic collections that highlight iconic figures and their impact on popular culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Commemorative Skateboarding Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harold-hunter.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Arty Skateboard Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stevie-williams1.md) - [Roller Heritage Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flippers-fashion-collection.md) - [Affordable Designer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-navy-x-anna.md) - [Airbrushed Americana Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acidic-americana.md) - [Vibrant Skate Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sorry-in-advance.md) - [Sleek Punk Skate Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-skateboards.md) - [Nostalgic Winter Intimates Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skims-holiday-campaign.md) - [Skateboarding Heritage Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/united-through-skateboarding.md)