# Cropped Tentacle Monster Hoodies The Cthulhu Cosplay Shrug Shirt is Both Humorous and Horrific By Jason Soy | Published 2012-08-31 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cthulhu-cosplay-shrug-shirt References: [fashionablygeek](http://fashionablygeek.com/handmade/let-cthulhu-keep-you-warm-with-this-handmade-shrug/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/106677051/cthulhu-cosplay-shrug-shirt?ref=pr_shop) H.P. Lovecraft’s vision for Cthulhu was probably much more menacing than this Cthulhu Cosplay Shrug Shirt would have you believe. After all, the sweater’s adorable aesthetics don’t really allude to the fact that Cthulhu is a mountain-sized insanity-inducing cosmic entity. Still, the [cropped hoodie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-deep-sea-diver-hoodie) has enough recognizable features inspired by the [pop culture phenomenon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-uniqlo-the-monster) to sate fans’ desire for related merchandise. And if you’re looking for bragging rights, nothing tops a sweater with a hood encrusted with [tentacles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork). The Cthulhu Cosplay Shrug Shirt is also unique in that it ends right above the chest, allowing wearers to show off whatever apparel they may be wearing underneath. If you're as bold as the model in these pictures, you can even wear something badass to further accentuate the eccentricity of this bizarre yet awesome hoodie. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cthulhu-inspired Fashion:** There's an opportunity to create more Cthulhu-inspired clothing and accessories for fans of Lovecraft's work. - **Cropped Hoodies:** There's an opportunity to create more cropped hoodies for those who want to show off their outfits underneath. - **Pop Culture-themed Merchandise:** There's an opportunity to create more merchandise inspired by popular sci-fi and horror franchises. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion companies can capitalize on the trend of pop culture-inspired clothing and create their own versions of Cthulhu hoodies. - **Cosplay:** The cosplay industry can develop more unique, easy-to-wear cosplay pieces like the Cthulhu shrug shirt. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Popular entertainment franchises can create their own merchandise that features recognizable character traits in unique items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Science Fiction-Inspired Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-minimalist-cthulhu-knife.md) - [Festive Sweater Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomspecific-sweater-vests.md) - [Playful Character Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monsters-collection.md) - [Horror Manga-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-junji-ito.md) - [Character Apparel Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-mart-uniqlo-the-monster.md) - [Paranormal Cartoon Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journal-standard-2.md) - [Anime-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uzumaki.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md) - [Halloween Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-more-sleep.md)