# Bad Guy-Inspired Aprons The Grillain Villain Line by Haute Mess Threads Channels the Dark Side By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grillain-villain References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/grillain-villains-aprons/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/people/HauteMessThreads) The Grillain Villain apron line is inspired by some of the biggest and baddest names in the fictional world. From the Queen of Hearts and Darth Maul to X-Men's Mystique and Batman's the Joker, there is a character for anyone who wants to channel their dark side when slaving over a barbecue. Considering the heat involved, the Grillain Villain apron line is quite appropriate. Designed by Stacy of [Haute Mess Threads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b6-water-dispenser), the Grillain Villain apron line also sports a range of different colors and styles thanks to the variety of personalities it is influenced by. A great gift to oneself or a fellow geek, the Grillain Villain aprons will make cooking indoors and outdoors much more fun, especially for the spectators. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Character-inspired Aprons:** Opportunity to tap into pop culture fandom by creating aprons inspired by popular fictional characters. - **Personalized Cooking Accessories:** Growing demand for customizable and unique cooking accessories presents an opportunity to create personalized aprons. - **Geek Culture Merchandise:** Catering to the growing market of geek culture enthusiasts through the production of themed merchandise like character-driven aprons. ### Where This Applies - **Cooking and Kitchenware:** Innovation opportunities: Develop unique and character-inspired aprons to enhance the cooking experience. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Innovation opportunities: Collaborate with designers to create stylish and on-trend character-inspired aprons. - **Film and Entertainment:** Innovation opportunities: Partner with film studios to create licensed character aprons that appeal to fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Cartoon Cooking Aprons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hedley-bennett-x-bobs-burgers.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Dark Sci-Fi Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/darc-sport.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [Villain Inspired Fragrance Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-2.md) - [Villain-Inspired Collaborative Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-kith.md) - [Villainous Mobile Device Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-villains-x-casetify.md)