# Oversized Octopus Kites The Giant 3D Octopus Flying Kite Brings the Aquatic Creature to the Skies By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-kite References: [thegreenhead](http://www.thegreenhead.com/2016/05/giant-3d-octopus-kite.php) & [emmakites](http://www.emmakites.com/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&inc_subcat=1&search_in_description=1&keyword=octopus) The Giant 3D Octopus flying kite is designed to take to the skies and offer a whimsical experience for the flyer and those in the surrounding area. While the kite is designed to be ornately beautiful, the design is somewhat different from the traditional design of a kite. This makes the kite a more professional piece of equipment that will require a bit more skill and practice to fly. The Giant 3D Octopus kites comes in several different color options and, given that it is octopus-shaped, features [eight tentacles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-octopus) that extend from the bottom. The tentacles flap and wave in the wind when the flying kite is in use and provides a somewhat eerie sight for those on the ground. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Whimsical Kite Designs:** The trend of whimsical kite designs offers an opportunity for innovative and eye-catching kite creations. - **Advanced Kite Flying Techniques:** The trend of advanced kite flying techniques creates a market for professional-grade kite equipment that requires skill and practice. - **Interactive Kite Experiences:** The trend of interactive kite experiences presents opportunities to engage and captivate audiences with visually striking and movement-oriented kites. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can capitalize on the trend of whimsical kite designs by offering unique and visually appealing kite products. - **Sports Equipment:** The sports equipment industry can tap into the trend of advanced kite flying techniques by developing high-performance kite equipment for professional kite flyers. - **Event Entertainment:** The event entertainment industry can seize the trend of interactive kite experiences by incorporating visually captivating kites into their performances or attractions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octopus-arcade-stick.md) - [Hat-Like Fabric Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-lamp.md) - [Inflatable Geodesic Adventure Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerogogo-aerotent-series.md) - [Giant Custom Inflatables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/giant-inflatables.md) - [Inflatable House-Shaped Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-architecture-inflatable-tent.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Inflatable Stormproof Geodesic Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimplanet-kirra.md) - [Omni-Position Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/float-tent.md) - [Aerodynamic Design Camping Tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wind-anchor-tent.md)