# Odd Urban Bird Disguises The Pigeon Mask is Perfect for Becoming Everyone's Least Favorite Bird By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2013-02-12 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pigeon-mask References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/pigeon-mask/) & [mcphee](http://mcphee.com/shop/pigeon-mask.html) When it comes to [bird](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-birds), the pigeon is usually the least favorite amongst the masses, but this pigeon mask from the gagsters over at Archie McPhee is essential for creeping out others on a night out. The pigeon mask transforms your cranium into a massive avian head that will freak out on-lookers and trick-or-treaters on [Halloween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx). Known for some of the funniest creations out there, Archie McPhee is synonymous with being for kids and kids-at-heart who love not taking things too seriously. The pigeon mask is just another addition to the plethora of items that the gag-friendly creators have for purchase over at their online site. In addition to the pigeon mask, there is also a squirrel and unicorn (just to name a few). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mask-based Disguises:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating fun and unique masks for costume parties and special events. - **Gag-friendly Products:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing humorous and unconventional products that appeal to both children and adults. - **Avian-themed Costumes:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing bird-inspired costumes for Halloween or themed parties. ### Where This Applies - **Costume and Party Supplies:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the costume and party supplies industry by offering a wide range of unconventional, humorous, and unique products. - **Online Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the online retail sector by creating a platform that specializes in selling fun and unconventional products. - **Event Planning and Entertainment:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the event planning and entertainment industry by incorporating novel and humorous elements, such as mask-based disguises, into parties and events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pride-Honoring Bird Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pride-birds.md) - [Carrier Pigeon Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-pigeon.md) - [Whimsical Doll-Inspired Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pidgin.md) - [Digital Avatar LED Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qudi-mask-2.md) - [Crow-Shaped Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooded-crow.md) - [Block Puzzle Carnival Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masquerade-mask-1.md) - [Biomimicry Bird-Like Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bionic-bird-xfly.md) - [Targeted Bird Seed Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-birds.md) - [Bird-Like CO2-Monitoring Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdie-1.md)