Few posthumous tributes are as cute as the 'Hello Stevie' created by Sanrio and California retailer LoungeFly. The iconic feline character had a nerdy makeover in order to honor the life and work of Apple's CEO Steve Jobs.
Dressed up in Jobs' famous attire -- blue jeans and black turtleneck -- and wearing his trademark round eyeglasses, Hello Kitty appears holding an iPad in its right hand and on the left side, there is a date and a message that reads either "Steve, Thank you for a lifetime of creativity," or "Steve Jobs, 1955-2011."
Hello Stevie is a fun and fascinating way to remind the world of the power and vision of one of the most inspiring modern geniuses.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Posthumous Tributes
- There is an opportunity for businesses to create unique and memorable posthumous tributes for individuals or companies.
- Nerdy Makeovers
- Businesses can tap into nostalgia and create products or designs that give nostalgic figures and icons a modern, nerdy makeover.
- Iconic Eyewear
- There is potential for businesses to create and market iconic eyewear that is associated with famous individuals or memorable pop culture icons.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can create pieces that pay homage to iconic figures and inspire nostalgia.
- Tech
- The tech industry has an opportunity to create products that combine technology with unique forms of nostalgia.
- Entertainment
- The entertainment industry has potential to create unique and memorable multimedia experiences that honor famous individuals or companies.
