# Cult Film-Inspired Eyeshadow Palettes Hot Topic Released a Beetlejuice-Inspired Palette By Ell Smith | Published 2018-10-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuiceinspired-palette References: [thegloss](http://www.thegloss.com/beauty/hot-topic-beetlejuice-handbook-for-the-recently-deceased-eyeshadow-palette/) & [hottopic](https://www.hottopic.com/product/beetlejuice-handbook-for-the-recently-deceased-eyeshadow-palette/11443971.html) Movies frequently inform the cosmetic industry and the most recent example is Hot Topic's Beetlejuice-inspired palette aptly named the 'Handbook for the Recently Deceased.' The eyeshadow palette is perfect for the [Halloween season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-n-wild-beauty-x-disney) and beyond as it features colors that can be used to create subtle and bold night-out looks. Of course, the collection features more audacious hues like bright orange, red and three shades of green, but each color arrives in a highly wearable shade that can inspire a costume or a [bold, everyday makeup look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-of-secrets-collection). True fans of the [film franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-x-lush) will additionally love this product because of its packaging, which stays true to the film's roots by incorporating the famed white and black strips. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cosmetic Collaboration Trends:** Opportunities for cosmetics brands to collaborate with popular films and franchises to create themed makeup palettes. - **Holiday Makeup Trends:** The popularity of seasonal and holiday-themed makeup products and collections, offering consumers a unique and festive beauty experience. - **Nostalgia-inspired Makeup Trends:** Growing demand for makeup products that tap into nostalgia by referencing iconic films and pop culture references. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Cosmetics:** Cosmetics brands can capitalize on the demand for film-inspired makeup palettes and collaborate with popular franchises to drive sales and engage with fans. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the popularity of themed makeup palettes by curating and promoting limited edition collections, attracting customers seeking unique and collectible beauty products. - **Film and Entertainment Merchandising:** Film and entertainment franchise owners can explore partnerships with cosmetics brands to create branded makeup products that cater to fan demand and extend the reach of their intellectual properties. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spooky Cartoon Beauty Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mad-beauty-1.md) - [Spooky Movie-Themed Polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sally-hansen-1.md) - [Cult Film-Inspired Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice1.md) - [Limited-Edition Spooky Makeup Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/annabelle-cosmetics.md) - [Comedy Horror Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyx-cosmetics-x-wednesday.md) - [Vampire Film Makeup Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colourpops-twilight-makeup.md) - [Spooky Film-Inspired Halloween Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beetlejuice-beetlejuice-costumes.md) - [Spooky Film-Celebrating Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-caviar-1.md) - [Grungy Movie-Inspired Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/half-magic-beauty.md)