# Sci-Fi Kiddie Dress-Up This Lil Robocop Costume Makes for a Machine of a Mini-Man By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-10-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-robocop References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/awesomer/lil-robocop) & [sweet-juniper](http://www.sweet-juniper.com/2010/10/part-kid-part-machine-all-cop.html) This Lil Robocop has been gallivanting around Detroit stopping all sorts of crimes this Halloween. This adorable [DIY Halloween costume](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrub-daddy-costume) is comprised of plastic containers and an old bike helmet. The result is astounding, and looks as though it was purchased from a Halloween store. Lil Robocop will have you putting your dukes up, begging for mercy and stifling giggles. Perhaps Lil Robocop can serve as inspiration for your Halloween costume. **Implications** - Not only is this costume guaranteed to win [loads of candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/15foot-inflatable) because of its exceptional design, but it's also eco-friendly. It's made out of [upcycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-natural-cheese) which can be found in any household. This costume option is extremely affordable, eco-friendly and unbelievably adorable. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Costumes:** The trend of creating DIY costumes using plastic containers and upcycled materials presents an opportunity for businesses to provide eco-friendly and affordable Halloween costume options. - **Upcycling:** The trend of using upcycled materials for costumes offers businesses a chance to innovate and develop products that cater to the eco-conscious consumer. - **Adorable Aesthetics:** The trend of adorable, creative costumes like Lil Robocop highlights the potential for businesses to tap into the demand for unique and charming Halloween attire. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Costume Design:** The costume design industry can leverage the trend of DIY costumes by offering resources, tutorials, and products that facilitate the creation of personalized and eco-friendly costumes. - **Sustainability:** The sustainability industry can explore the upcycling trend in costume-making to create new product lines and services that promote eco-friendly and environmentally conscious practices. - **Party Supplies:** The party supplies industry can capitalize on the demand for adorable costumes by offering themed decorations, accessories, and party packages that complement the aesthetic of creative costumes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candy Bowl Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trickortreatable-costume.md) - [Product-Inspired Halloween Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx.md) - [Interactive Fossil-Inspired Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-dinosaur-costume.md) - [Macaroni-Inspired Halloween Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheetos-bold-to-the-bone-costume.md) - [Life-Sized Clog Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-costume.md) - [Drink Toy Costume Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vita-coco-halloween-treats-kits.md) - [Halloween-Ready Animatronic Line-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-animatronics.md) - [Exclusive Candy Bar Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-halloween-x-butterfinger.md) - [Smiling Sponge Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrub-daddy-costume.md)