# Patriotic Vinyl Toys The Medicom x Silas Union Jack Bearbricks Features the British Flag By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2011-04-25 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medicom-x-silas-union-jack-bearbricks References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/news/2011/04/24/medicom-x-silas-union-jack-bearbicks/) & [medicomtoystore](http://www.medicomtoystore.com/bearbrickcollect.html) Anglophiles will appreciate the [Medicom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blazeradorned-bear-figure) x Silas Union Jack Bearbricks created for the Summer 2011 season. The 100-percent-scale Bearbricks come in black and white and feature the Union Jack superimposed on the toy bear's torso. The Silas name and stylized "S" logo are emblazoned atop the British flag print; the same stylized "S" appears over the [Bearbrick's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-collectible-toy) left eye. Patriotic themes run rampant in the vinyl toy world, especially for summer collections. As the popularity of [Bearbrick toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berbrick-x-tamagotchi) continues to grow worldwide, we're increasingly seeing big brands collaborate with vinyl toy manufacturers for limited-edition releases. This particular choice celebrates Silas' triumphant return to the U.K. clothing market after a brief hiatus. The Medicom x Silas Union Jack Bearbricks will be available for sale in April 2011. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Patriotic Vinyl Toys:** Opportunity for brands to collaborate with vinyl toy manufacturers to create limited-edition patriotic collections. - **Bearbrick Collaborations:** Growing trend of big brands partnering with vinyl toy manufacturers for exclusive releases. - **Anglophile Aesthetics:** Increasing demand for British-themed vinyl toys, reflecting a trend towards patriotic designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Vinyl Toy Manufacturing:** Vinyl toy manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for patriotic designs and collaborate with brands for limited-edition releases. - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to partner with vinyl toy manufacturers for exclusive collaborations that cater to Anglophiles. - **Collectibles Market:** Growing market for limited-edition vinyl toys, especially patriotic-themed ones, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for collectors and entrepreneurs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blazer-Adorned Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blazeradorned-bear-figure.md) - [70s-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corduroy-bearbrick.md) - [Runway Show-Themed Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takahiromiyashitathesoloist.md) - [Bear-shaped Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-collectible-toy.md) - [Denim-Themed Luxury Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-6.md) - [Patchwork Denim Figurine Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork-denim-berbrick.md) - [Pop Culture Vinyl Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berbrick-vecna.md) - [Car-Branded Toy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbase.md) - [Watermarked Jade Bear Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jade-berbrick.md)