# Decaying Disney Divas Kendel Marce Illustrates Zombified Versions of Classic Movie Princesses By Jason Soy | Published 2012-04-27 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kendel-marce References: [lacarpa.tumblr](http://lacarpa.tumblr.com/post/21890533021/zombie-disney-princesses-by-kendel-marce) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/shop/kendelmarce) Many will no doubt never look at [Disney](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1) princesses the same way after browsing through these Kendel Marce illustrations. Ariel, Snow White, Aurora and Cinderella have all been given [gruesome zombie makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito-artwork) in this bizarre and bloody collection, turning the once child-friendly protagonists into something that can induce flinching from even the most macho of men. If you do not have the stomach for gore, it may be best for you to hit the “back” button on your web browser now. Kendel Marce adorns each one of these decaying [Disney divas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney) with torn skin, revealing gooey and bleeding flesh in a horrific, but visually pleasing manner. The little details she puts into her work, such as a headless mouse’s body in Cinderella’s hand and a brain where Snow White’s iconic apple should be, truly elevate her already impressive visuals to new heights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Zombie-themed Entertainment:** Opportunity to create zombie-themed TV shows, movies, and merchandise featuring popular characters or franchises. - **Dark Twists on Classic Stories:** Potential to create illustrated or animated works that put a macabre twist on beloved children's stories and fairy tales. - **Gory Art:** Opportunity to create horror-themed art or comics that feature gore and decay as a central theme. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment:** Opportunity for production companies and studios to create zombie-themed movies, TV shows, and video games. - **Art and Illustration:** Potential for artists to create horror-themed artwork for galleries, book covers, and album covers. - **Merchandise and Collectibles:** Opportunity for companies to create and sell zombie-themed merchandise featuring popular characters or franchises. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Villainous Bridal Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allure-bridals-disney-bridal-gowns.md) - [Whimsical Character-Inspired Statement Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-x-disney.md) - [Diverse African Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creativesoul.md) - [Enchanting Classic-Animation-Inspired Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girls-crew.md) - [Soft-Colored Disney Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-capsule.md) - [Couture Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viktorrolf-x-disney.md) - [Fairytale-Inspired Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-enchanting-collection.md) - [Halloween-Themed Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-halloween-jewelry.md)