Cartoon Graphics Trend Report

Enter the World of Animated Illustrations

Cartoons have been fascinating both children and adults for decades. The most iconic developments in this sphere were pioneered by Disney, and years later major production companies are still using these early characters as inspiration. Trend Hunter's Cartoon Graphics Trend Report examines the changes that took place over the last year, and hones in on what consumers find most intriguing about these fantastical individuals.

From massive cartoons that exude corporate contempt to graphic tees of favorite cartoon characters, these illustrations are now used for more than just entertainment. Our research compiles this data into 41 PRO trends and 342 examples of instances where cartoon graphics have been used in innovative ways. Companies can use this information for marketing, advertising and even product design to forward their company growth and beat out competitors.

Cartoon Graphics in Marketing
Analyzing how companies effectively use cartoon graphics for marketing purposes.
Cartoon Characters in Product Design
Exploring how cartoon characters are incorporated in product design to attract customers.
Corporate Satire Through Cartoon Graphics
Investigating the increased use of cartoon graphics to express corporate dissent and sarcasm.

Where This Applies

Entertainment
Understanding how cartoon graphics are evolving within the entertainment industry.
Fashion
Examining how cartoon graphics are increasingly being incorporated into fashion designs.
Advertising
Looking at how cartoon graphics are being employed within advertisements to capture consumer attention.
SCORE
1.8 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 23%
Activity 22%
Freshness 8%