# Playboy Activist Films Barbi Twins ‘Skin Trade' Movie Sheds Light on Fur Industry By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-02-23 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbi-twins-skin-trade-movie References: [ecorazzi](http://www.ecorazzi.com/2010/02/22/skin-trade-playboys-barbi-twins-take-on-the-fur-industry-with-new-film/) & [thekittyliberationfront.org](http://www.thekittyliberationfront.org/celebrities-fight-for-pet-rights-class-action-lawsuits-protest-safe-pet-food-bill.htm) The Barbi twins ‘Skin Trade’ movie is how two [Playboy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playboy-rabbitars) centerfolds are utilizing their 15 minutes of fame. Shane and Sia Barbi are known for two record-breaking covers, a cheese calendar and Sunset Boulevard billboards, but now they are using that fame to shine a spotlight on animal rights. After losing their cat to melamine-tainted pet food, the sisters have been very active in animal rights. The Barbi twins ‘Skin Trade’ film will go in depth into the [fashion industry's use of fur](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-valletta-x-triarchy) and the cruelty behind fur skinning. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Animal Rights Activism:** Opportunity for businesses to create innovative and sustainable alternatives to fur products. - **Ethical Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry to promote cruelty-free and sustainable clothing. - **Celebrity Advocacy:** Businesses can collaborate with celebrities to raise awareness and promote social causes. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity to develop and promote sustainable fashion alternatives that prioritize animal welfare. - **Entertainment Industry:** Opportunity to produce and support films that shed light on important social issues and drive change. - **Pet Food Industry:** Opportunity to innovate and provide safe, nutritious, and ethically sourced pet food products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Empowering Movie Industry Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/career-of-the-year-barbie.md) - [Pink Plant-Based Sushi Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-sushi-roll.md) - [Inspiring Role Model Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-role-models.md) - [Doll-Themed Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barbie-movie.md) - [Gen Alpha Barbie Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gen-z-barbie.md) - [Toy-Themed Film Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-movies-barbie.md) - [Doll-Inspired Movie Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-mattel-movies-new-releases.md) - [Human Trafficking Awareness Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bodybar-pilates.md) - [Toy-Branded Media Content](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mattel.md)