# Russian-Inpired Tiny Toys The Kokeshi Dolls May Not be Soft and Cuddly, But They're Awesome By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-05-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kokeshi-dolls References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Kokeshi-Dolls/512652) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/violeta) The Kokeshi dolls above are inspired by traditional Russian dolls, but seem to have more life to them. Designed by Violeta Hernandez, these are perhaps more [statement pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xox-kweenie) than toys. The life that appears to be present in these Kokeshi dolls is found in the details. The eyes are painted to look like real eyes, rather then being mere dots. This gives the Kokeshi dolls an almost [creepy appearance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears) that is quickly forgotten once you take in their whole exterior. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Enhanced Traditional Dolls:** The trend of enhancing traditional dolls with realistic features creates a unique and captivating toy experience. - **Statement Toy Pieces:** The trend of turning traditional toys into statement pieces offers a new way to incorporate art and design into playtime. - **Realistic Eye Painting:** The trend of painting eyes on dolls to resemble real eyes adds an element of realism and depth to the toy. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry should explore incorporating realistic features into traditional dolls to offer a differentiated and engaging product. - **Art Collectibles:** The art collectibles industry can tap into the trend of creating statement toy pieces, appealing to art enthusiasts and collectors. - **Customized Dolls:** The customized doll industry can leverage the trend of realistic eye painting to offer personalized and lifelike dolls to customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Tech-Packed Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teenage-engineering-wooden-dolls.md) - [Sensorial Anime Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedhedz.md) - [Collectable Sculptural Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll.md) - [Anime-Inspired Handmade Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culture-entertainment.md) - [RPG-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobold-plushies.md) - [Mesmerizing Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-eyes.md) - [Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretty-sweets.md) - [Plush Toy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupochachan.md) - [Designer Pop Culture Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kkplus.md)