# Costumed Cat Stars Spangles in the United Kingdom Goes Viral with Cute Crossed Eyes By Elise Ying-Hei Ho | Published 2012-10-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/famous-cats References: [metro](http://www.metro.co.uk/weird/913290-pirate-costume-loving-cross-eyed-cat-spangles-is-an-internet-star) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/spangles09) A famous cat in the United Kingdom called Spangles has shot to fame over the last couple months. Spangles was born this past July, and already has over 7000 Likes on [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskas-purrcast). Although the adorable feline was born with both eyes looking inwards, thus dubbed The Cross-Eyed Cat, it never affected its walking or perception. Thanks to 25-year-old owner Mary Buchanan, who dressed the dear kitty in an array of [adorable costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-2) like Rudolph, unicorns, tigers and frogs, the famous cat has now gone viral in the UK and becoming somewhat of a fashion statement for all pets out there. So if you’re running out of crazy ideas on how to [dress your cat up for Halloween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-thrills-chills) this year, you can always get some inspiration from visiting Spangles. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pet Costume Trend:** Creative pet owners are embracing the trend of dressing up their pets in adorable costumes, as demonstrated by the viral fame of Spangles the Cross-Eyed Cat. - **Viral Pet Influencers:** Social media platforms are amplifying the popularity of pets with unique features, like cross-eyes, leading to increased attention and followers for these furry influencers. - **Pet Fashion Statement:** Dressing up pets in fashionable costumes is becoming a popular way for pet owners to express their personal style and make a statement. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pet Retail:** The pet retail industry can capitalize on the pet costume trend by offering a diverse range of adorable and creative costumes for pets. - **Social Media Marketing:** Brands can collaborate with popular pet influencers, like Spangles the Cross-Eyed Cat, to promote their pet-related products and build brand awareness among the pet-loving audience. - **Pet Fashion Design:** The pet fashion industry can explore innovative designs and materials to cater to the growing demand for fashionable costumes and accessories for pets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop Star-Themed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-swiftthemed-cats.md) - [Big-Screen Cat Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inaba.md) - [Spellbinding Collectible Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-halloween-plushies.md) - [Mischievous Feline Food Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/its-great-to-be-a-cat-campaign.md) - [Cat-Inspired Luxury Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-and-kate-spade.md) - [Spooky Charming Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-paw.md) - [Halloween-Themed Cat Goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raw-emotions-2.md) - [Glam Pet Adoption Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-showcats.md) - [Spooky Single-Ingredient Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloweenthemed-cat-treats.md)