# Human Leash Goth Fashion Gets Couple Kicked Off Bus By Bianca | Published 2008-01-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-leash References: [dailymail](http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=509713&in_page_id=1770) A [Gothic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog) couple was recently asked not to board a bus after being told “dogs” weren't allowed on board. That could sound discriminatory but Tasha Maltby was asking for it when the bus driver said “We don't let freaks and dogs like you on.” The man had his fiance [on a leash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nylon-leash) attached to her collar, as seen in the photo, and she actually calls herself a “human pet” saying that she likes to be walked by her master, Dani Graves. This shirt doesn't have creepy implications though, does it? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 98% | 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) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Alternative Lifestyles:** There is a trend of alternative lifestyles that challenge traditional societal norms which presents opportunities for new businesses and services. - **Subculture Fashion:** Subcultures like goth and punk have been influencing fashion trends for years and could be capitalized on by brands willing to embrace them. - **Pet Ownership:** The development of alternative pet ownership models and non-traditional animal-human relationships could present new business opportunities. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has the opportunity to incorporate subculture elements into mainstream fashion and capitalize on alternative lifestyles. - **Pet Services:** The pet industry has an opportunity to explore alternative pet ownership models and services that cater to non-traditional animal-human relationships. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Themes and subcultures could be incorporated into hospitality and tourism offerings to attract diverse customers seeking unique and unconventional experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hands-Free Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beltdog.md) - [Human-Centric Pet Retail Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-human.md) - [Virtual Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heel-roam-350.md) - [Tape Measure Dog Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scope-dog-leash.md) - [Holographic Pet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-pet-accessories.md) - [Digital Pet Fashion Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepa-paris.md) - [Handsfree Canine Cyclist Leashes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-bicycle-leash.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md) - [Gothic Style Perforated Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stomp-clog.md)