# Skeleton-Concealing Candles This Gummi Bear Candle Has a Scary Metallic Skeleton Inside Of It By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-10-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bear-candle References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/home/gummi-bear-skeleton-candles-cute-outside-evil-set-fire/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1079008808/gummi-bear-skeleton-candle) This [gummy bear candle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyinspired-candles) has a spooky surprise inside of it. Currently seeking finances via crowdfunding platform [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummyquest), the candle might look like an oversized wax candy on the outside but inside hides an aluminum skeleton. This becomes apparent as the candle melts down. The Gummi Bear Skeleton Candle weighs three pounds and contains 100 hours of burning time. They come in an array of different colours, including blue, red and a pinkish white. While their Kickstarter video suggests the bear candle makes a great friend to carry around with you in a variety of situations, they would be an especially appropriate [Halloween decoration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-jar-candle). The gummy bears will look particularly frightening burning alongside a jack-o-lantern, say. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Skeleton-concealing Candles:** Candles with hidden metallic skeletons create an opportunity for creepy and eerie product design. - **Crowdfunding for Creative Candle Designs:** Crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter can be utilized for raising funds for unique and innovative candle products. - **Halloween-themed Candles:** Candles designed specifically for Halloween can tap into the holiday's popularity and create a valuable seasonal revenue stream. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Candle-making:** The traditional candle-making industry can utilize this creative twist on a classic product to attract new customers and differentiate itself from competitors. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Retailers that specialize in gifts and souvenirs can capitalize on the unique nature of these candles to target a niche market of consumers looking for unusual and memorable gifts. - **Manufacturing and Production:** Companies that specialize in manufacturing and production can partner with candle designers to create innovative and distinctive products to meet consumer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jumbo Gummy Bear Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nassau-candy.md) - [Fizzing Skull-Shaped Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-sour-scary-skulls.md) - [Oversized Gummy Bear Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clever-candy-big-bear-pop.md) - [Gummy Bear Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeezable-toy.md) - [Squishy Skull-Shaped Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swizzels-squashies-squeletons.md) - [Charming Creepy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears.md) - [Spooky Bong-Shaped Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bong-candle.md) - [Playful Gummy Bear Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummy-bear-kit.md) - [Spooky Candle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-jar-candle.md)