# Hip-Hop Hero Matryoshkas The Beastie Boys Nesting Dolls on Etsy Pay Tribute to Adam Yauch By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-05-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beastie-boys-nesting-dolls References: [wired](http://www.wired.com/design/2012/05/the-etsy-elegy-beastie-boy-stuff/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/gingerwilliams?ref=seller_info) The Beastie Boys nesting dolls that pay tribute to recently passed rapper Adam Yauch are available on [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) through seller Ginger Williams. The online craft marketplace has become a place where fans can convene and share items that celebrate their interests. In keeping with this, the Beastie Boys nesting dolls are available to grieving fans of Yauch. The departed rapper and founding member of the Beastie Boys passed away on May 4th. In memorial many fans, celebrities, fellow band members and more have come out with their love and support for the fallen idol and his family. The nesting dolls are a great memorabilia idea for long-term fans of the popular rap-rock group. The whimsical dolls are available through Etsy for under $200 and offer a unique piece of remembrance and celebration of the band. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fan-created Memorabilia:** Platforms like Etsy provide opportunities for fans to create and share personalized memorabilia. - **Nostalgia-inspired Toys:** Nostalgic items like nesting dolls are making a comeback with modern twists. - **Celebrity Tribute Merchandise:** Personalized tribute merchandise for deceased celebrities is becoming more popular. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Craft and DIY:** Craft and DIY industries can innovate by providing easy-to-use platforms and tools for fans to create their own memorabilia. - **Toy and Collectibles:** Toy and collectibles industries can capitalize on the trend of modernized nostalgic items. - **Merchandise and Retail:** Merchandise and retail industries can create custom tribute merchandise for fans of deceased celebrities to honor their legacy. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Building Block Musician Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daft-punk-lego-helmets.md) - [Collectible Streetwear Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-milo-2.md) - [Cyclical Life-Themed Russian Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nesting-dolls-1.md) - [Hyperrealistic Musician Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blitzway-kurt-cobain-figurine.md) - [Watermarked Jade Bear Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jade-berbrick.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Artful Collectible Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fisherprice-little-people-x-andre-saraiva.md) - [Glamorous Rockstar-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-doll.md) - [Rapper Merch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bravado-x-dmx.md)