# Seductive Gamer Frocks The Nintendo Dress Makes a Nerdy and Stylish Fashion Statement By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-09-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-dress References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/gamer-dress/) & [blackmilkclothing](http://www.blackmilkclothing.com/collections/dresses/products/gamer-dress) If you're a geeky gamer chick and you want to show off your love for all things [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-5), then you should check out the Nintendo Dress. This adorably nerdy dress comes from the designers at [BlackMilk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackmilk-1) and is available on their site. You'll be able to show off your dorky side in a totally seductive way with this dress. This geek-chic outfit will make all gamers swoon. The tight tank dress looks just like the classic retro gray Nintendo [Game Boy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio). It's adorned with the screen, A & B buttons, Select and start buttons and the right/left, up/down buttons. This isn't necessarily an outfit for everyday wear but it would certainly make an awesome Halloween costume. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geek-fashion:** The rise of geek-chic fashion presents an opportunity for clothing brands to cater to the growing demand for stylish garments inspired by pop culture and video games. - **Nostalgia-inspired Apparel:** Designers can tap into the trend of nostalgia-inspired apparel by creating clothing that pays homage to retro gaming consoles and iconic video games, appealing to gamers and fans of vintage culture. - **Crossover Clothing:** The popularity of crossover clothing, like the Nintendo Dress, presents an opportunity for fashion brands to collaborate with entertainment companies to create unique and limited-edition pieces that blend fashion and fandom. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the growing market of geeky fashion by creating trendy apparel that caters to the interests of gamers and pop culture enthusiasts. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can explore partnerships with fashion designers to develop fashion collections that incorporate elements from their popular franchises, tapping into the fan base and generating additional revenue streams. - **Costume and Cosplay:** The Nintendo Dress highlights the potential in the costume and cosplay industry, where designers can create unique, character-inspired garments for events like Halloween and comic conventions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Playing Card-Themed Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-5.md) - [Family-Friendly Gamer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-clothing-line.md) - [Video Game-Themed Chocolate Gifts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-and-godiva.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Pink Tonal Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-2.md) - [Video Game Merchandise Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-king-of-games.md) - [Gaming Console Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-fp-coffee-machine.md) - [Video Game Console Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-snes.md) - [Anime-Inspired Lifestyle Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackmilk-1.md)