# Campy Character Cut-Outs The Mab Graves Royal Tenenbaums Dolls Celebrate the Cult Film By Olivia123 | Published 2011-06-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mab-graves References: [veda.bigcartel](http://veda.bigcartel.com/product/mab-graves-royal-tenenbaums-paper-doll-set) & [mabgraves](http://mabgraves.com/) These clever cult-classic character cut-outs by Mab Graves are positively "pulp-able." American artist Mab Graves is a pop-culture pro and is praised for her intricate illustrations. Graves must be an avid Wes Anderson fan, for she chose to create paper versions of some of his most celebrated characters in the popular film 'The Royal Tenenbaums.' Fans of this artistic and quirky film can now play with paper versions of morbid Margot, Richie and Royal. The designs of the paper dolls resemble [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-essentials) furniture instructions, and are very clean and simple. Mab Graves gives Wes Anderson fans the "royal" treatment with these clever [paper doll characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bratz-x-clueless-doll) from 'The Royal Tenenbaums.' **Implications** - Consumers are always willing to embrace products that induce a [sense of nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teletubbies-say-hello) in them. These products allow them to promote their values to their peers, as well as reminding them of pleasant past experiences. Companies can capitalize off of nostalgia by making reference to major cultural occurrences in their product designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-inducing Products:** Companies can capitalize off of nostalgia by making reference to major cultural occurrences in their product designs. - **Cult-film Merchandise:** Creating merchandise inspired by cult films can tap into the dedicated fan base and generate interest. - **Intricate Illustrations:** Artists praised for their intricate illustrations can create unique and collectible products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pop-culture Merchandise:** Creating merchandise based on popular films and TV shows can attract a dedicated fan base. - **Art and Design:** Artists skilled in intricate illustrations can create unique and collectible products. - **Home Decor:** Designing nostalgic-inspired products that resemble IKEA furniture instructions can appeal to consumers looking for unique and nostalgic home decor pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Movie-Inspired Vintage Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-1.md) - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [Filmmaker-Inspired Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wes-anderson-aesthetics.md) - [Archive Film Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wes-anderson-the-archives.md) - [Collectible Historical Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix.md) - [Cult Movies-Inspired Graphic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/film-club-collection.md) - [Analog Nostalgia Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-basics-ii.md) - [Folded Paper Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clara-von-zweibergk.md) - [Two-Sided Paper Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megadolls.md)