# Iconic Bombshell Surfboards The Marilyn Surfboard Pays Tribute to an Idol By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-05-27 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marilyn-surfboard References: [gagosian](http://www.gagosian.com/shop/andy-warhol--marilyn-seafoam-surfboard--ab988awarh25) & [bluerapture.eu](http://bluerapture.eu/product/marilyn-andy-warhol-project-surfboard-by-tim-bessell/) The Marilyn surfboard is the latest design for Tim Bessell's Artist Series surfboards. Inspired by [Andy Warhol's iconic 'Marilyn' paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piaget-andy-warhol), the limited edition board comes in a variety of shapes. Each of these hand-crafted boards are made to order, making them a memorable [collector's item](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mattel-x-moma). However, one of these boards will set you back about seven grand, so it requires a little bit of thought. It's definitely not an impulse buy, that's for sure! Take solace in knowing that surfing experience is not necessary to own this vivid, [pop art-inspired board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1). Even if you do surf, you probably won't want to ride any actual waves with this it (did I mention it costs seven grand?), but it will make a beautiful decoration to any home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Limited Edition Surfboards:** The Marilyn surfboard showcases the growing trend of limited edition surfboards, offering collectors a unique and exclusive product. - **Pop Art-inspired Designs:** The Marilyn surfboard taps into the trend of pop art-inspired designs, bringing a bold and vibrant aesthetic to the world of surfboards. - **Customizable Hand-crafted Boards:** The Marilyn surfboard exemplifies the trend of customizable, hand-crafted boards, allowing individuals to personalize their surfing experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Collectibles:** The limited edition Marilyn surfboard presents opportunities for the art and collectibles industry to collaborate with surfboard manufacturers and artists to create unique, high-value products. - **Sporting Goods:** The pop art-inspired Marilyn surfboard opens up possibilities for the sporting goods industry to explore new designs and collaborations that appeal to a wider audience beyond traditional surfers. - **Interior Design and Home Decor:** The Marilyn surfboard offers disruptive innovation opportunities within the interior design and home decor industry, acting as a statement piece in homes and surf-themed spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Wooden Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-wooden-surfboard.md) - [Iconic Pop Art Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateroom-x-andy-warhol-foundation.md) - [Surfboard-Inspired Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacific-collection.md) - [Pop Art Skateboard Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skateroom-1.md) - [Artist-Collaborated Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impala-hera-cruiser.md) - [Vintage Vehicle Surf Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-almond-surf-collection.md) - [Biotech-Informed Surfboard Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battboard-electric-surfboard.md) - [Streetwear-Informed Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-stssy.md) - [Adaptable Nine-in-One Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newave-modular-surfboard.md)