# Classic Rock Spuds Mr. Potato Head's KISS-Inspired Make-Over Seriously Rocks By Christina Butty | Published 2009-07-29 | Celebs Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr.-potato-head-kiss-inspired-make-over References: [guitarworld](http://www.guitarworld.com/interstitial_ad?sendMeBackTo=/article/mr_potato_head_kiss_toys_coming_in_2009) Gene Simmons out did himself with these [KISS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-rum) Mr. Potato Head dolls. Bringing arguably the *[greatest rock band around](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-linkin-park-gummy-mix)* together with the iconic toy is a stroke of pure genius. The KISS Mr. Potato Head dolls are a fun way for fans to introduce their children and grandchildren to the band. It's good to see Mr. Potato Head get a [fun makeover](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katseye-and-monster-high). I always thought he would look good in platform shoes. **Implications** - Celebrity-themed products often perform well because they provide consumers an outlet to express their fan appreciation for a particular public figure (through purchasing the products). Corporations looking to capitalize off of consumer desire to demonstrate their fan appreciation may consider providing fans a venue to express that appreciation with other like-minded individuals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Celebrity-themed Products:** Opportunity for corporations to capitalize on consumer desire to demonstrate fan appreciation through purchasing themed products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create celebrity-themed toys that allow fans to express their appreciation for their favorite public figures. - **Collectibles:** Opportunity to produce limited edition collectibles that cater to fans of popular celebrities and bands. - **Fan Communities:** Opportunity to create platforms and spaces where fans can connect and express their fan appreciation for celebrities and bands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hair Metal-Inspired Aged Rums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aged-rum.md) - [Interchangeable Kids Meal Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wendys-potato-head-kids-meal.md) - [Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon.md) - [Rock Band-Themed Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss.md) - [Glamorous Rockstar-Inspired Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-bowie-doll.md) - [Adult-Focused Modeling Dough](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-doh.md) - [Selfie-Centric Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfie-series.md) - [90s-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidrobot-1.md) - [Selfie-Based Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formlabs.md)