# Iconic Doctor-Themed Socks Custom Face Designs Launched Socks Featuring Dr. Fauci's Face By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-04-06 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-fauci References: [cnn](https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/31/us/dr-fauci-cupcakes-doughnuts-socks-trnd/index.html) & [customfacedesigns](https://www.customfacedesigns.com/listing/776132452/custom-face-socks-dr-fauci-socks-dr) In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are celebrating Dr. Fauci, the director of the [National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-in-pink), with products paying tribute to the medical hero. Notably, Custom Face Designs launched a [pair of socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/step-one-1) with the famed doctor's face adorned across them. The inspiration behind these Dr. Fauci-themed socks come from the man's growing fandom. As noted by Jermaine Cooper, one of Custom Face Designs' owners, "I am making [the socks] because I love Dr. Fauci and he is a sign of hope for all of us and a trusted adviser." So far, the [family-owned business](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giftable-sock-bundles) has sold almost 100 pairs of the Dr. Fauci socks in only two days. Image Credit: Custom Face Designs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Celebrity-themed Apparel:** The growing popularity of celebrity figures provides a platform to create unique trendy apparel. - **Custom-designed Socks:** There is room for customization in the production of socks for a more personalized feel. - **Medical-themed Merchandise:** The COVID-19 pandemic has popularized medical-themed merchandise and apparel. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate celebrity-inspired designs to cater to those seeking unique apparel. - **E-commerce:** The rise of online shopping provides a platform to reach a broader audience for customized merchandise. - **Healthcare:** The production of medical-themed merchandise provides a new source of revenue for the healthcare industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Halloween-Themed Sock Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweenthemed-sock-collections.md) - [Artistic Gen Z-Inspired Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doublesoul.md) - [Magnetic Couples Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-couples-socks.md) - [Cartoon-Themed Family Sock Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bombas-x-peanuts.md) - [Sporty Vibrant Collaborative Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyday-sock.md) - [Colorful Spring-Inspired Running Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feetures-unveiled.md) - [Magnetic Hand-Holding Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handholding-socks.md) - [Luxury Eco-Conscious Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madmia.md) - [Breast Cancer Awareness-Supporting Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-in-pink.md)