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Artisanal Anime Masks

The Cubone Pokemon Mask is Perfect for Nostalgic Adult Fanboys

— March 9, 2015 — Life-Stages
When it comes to cosplaying, it doesn't get much more detailed than the Cubone Pokemon mask. This mask is designed to look just like Cubone's and is made by the Etsy shop Faust and Company. Unlike the real deal, this mask is made of rubber, not bone.

Pokemon is still a strong force, but its heyday was quite a few years back. Still, all that means is that its most hardcore fans are now nostalgic twenty-somethings who likely have some extra cash to burn. Why buy Pokemon cards when you can buy an awesome Cubone Pokemon mask that you can wear to conventions or costume parties? That being said, $150 (the price of the mask) buys a lot of holographic cards, so choose wisely.
Trend Themes
1. Artisanal Cosplay Masks - There is a growing demand for high-quality, handmade cosplay masks for nostalgic adult fans, providing disruptive innovation opportunities for creative artisans and entrepreneurs.
2. Nostalgia-driven Product Design - Product designers are exploring opportunities to tap into the nostalgia of adult audiences, presenting a growing market for nostalgic-inspired products and marketing initiatives.
3. Gamified Nostalgia - In the age of digital and gamified experiences, the nostalgic market presents growth opportunities for companies to gamify nostalgic experiences and offer new products to a dedicated audience.
Industry Implications
1. Cosplay & Costume Design - Cosplay and costume design industries are rapidly growing as the demand for high-quality cosplay costumes and accessories continues to rise.
2. Handmade Artisan Products - Hand-made artisanal product designs are becoming increasingly popular as customers seek unique products with a personal touch and an ethical production process.
3. Collectibles & Memorabilia - The nostalgia-driven market presents a growth opportunity for collectibles and memorabilia companies to offer unique, limited-run products that tap into the emotional attachment of adult audiences for their childhood heroes.
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