# Fake-n-Bake Barbies The Patricia Krentcil-Inspired 'Tanorexic Doll' is Oompa Loompa-Colored By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-05-11 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-krentcil-inspired-tanorexic-doll References: [inquisitr](http://www.inquisitr.com/233151/tanorexic-doll-inspired-by-jerseys-tannest-mom/) & [herobuilders](http://www.herobuilders.com/themed-action-figures/realdolls.htm) The Patricia Krentcil-inspired 'Tanorexic Doll' will certainly be the most [bronzed Barbie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbiethemed-donuts) in the the sunbathing, [fake tanning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tan-on-the-run)-lover's collection. Created as a nod to the sun-soaked look of the outrageously tanned New Jersey mom who came under fire for allegedly taking her daughter to a tanning booth, the doll is available for purchase at the Hero Builders website. The company has made a name for itself through its [toy recreations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-game-collectibles) of media firestorms. The action figure rocks a black power suit, a bob-cut blonde hairstyle and the reddest face any plastic woman has ever donned. This will surely add another 15 minutes of fame to the Jerseyite's roster, not to mention inciting some disapproval from moms everywhere who have to explain to their daughters why faux-tanning should probably never be taken to that extreme. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Bronzed Barbie Trend:** Opportunity to create a line of dolls with different skin tones and inclusive beauty standards. - **Media-inspired Toys Trend:** Opportunity to create action figures based on popular news stories and controversies. - **Beauty Norms Discussion Trend:** Opportunity to spark conversations about healthy beauty standards and self-acceptance. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create dolls that reflect diverse beauty standards. - **Media Merchandising:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create action figures based on trending news stories. - **Beauty and Personal Care:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to challenge traditional beauty norms and promote self-acceptance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop Art Legend-Honoring Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keiichi-tanaami-1.md) - [80s-Inspired Tanning Gels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-gelee.md) - [Sunny Beach-Themed Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nette-1.md) - [Doll-Themed Pink Paints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinkie.md) - [Exclusive Toy-Inspired Candy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-chocolate-bars.md) - [Pinkish Toy-Themed Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-classic-barbiecue.md) - [Albino Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclusive-doll-line.md) - [Glamorous Collector Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-by-american-girl.md) - [Toy-Themed Film Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-movies-barbie.md)