# Literal Animal Lover Apparel The I Like Cats Sweater from Fred Flare Celebrates Feline Friends By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-16 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-like-cats-sweater References: [fredflare](http://www.fredflare.com/what-s-new/apparel/i-like-cats-sweatshirt.html) & [fredflare](http://www.fredflare.com/what-s-new/apparel) Celebrate your favourite feline friends with the 'I Like Cats' sweater from fashion and home retailer Fred Flare. The very literal garment lets everyone know what's on your mind without a single word thanks to its cat-lover approved slogan. The black knitted sweater endorses animal lover values with its bold white text that proclaims one's preference for feline pets. Whether worn in the privacy of your own home or out in the open for all to see, the 'I Like Cats' sweater from Fred Flare is witty and casually chic. Share your love of all things cat-related with a humor-infused garment that makes for a perfect [novelty gift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petinspired-ornament) or at-home lounge accessory. The fun sweater lets you live up to your [cat lady reputation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-studio-petbrick-65) while keeping with the [season's youthful graphic tee trend](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonmin). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Literal Animal Lover Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and create more apparel with literal slogans to cater to specific interests and preferences. - **Witty and Casual Chic Sweaters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of humorous and stylish sweaters that appeal to a wide range of interests and hobbies. - **Youthful Graphic Tee Trend:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore creative and vibrant designs for graphic tees to attract the younger demographic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and innovative materials into fashion and apparel to create unique and functional garments. - **Gift and Novelty:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine humor and functionality to create novelty products that appeal to a niche market. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and produce home decor items that reflect personal interests and add a touch of humor and personality to living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Printed Pet Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smiley-sweater.md) - [Limited-Edition Cat Dad Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-dad-hoodies.md) - [Conjoined Holiday Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suavitel-cuddle-crewneck.md) - [Cat-Themed Vday Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuddle-collection.md) - [Lovable Cartoon Cat Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forever-21-and-sanrio.md) - [Cozy Heart Pocket Onesies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yitty-3.md) - [Typography-Inspired Canadian Sweatshirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/okayok.md) - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md) - [Holiday-Centric Pet Outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-2.md)