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# Expansie Cartoon-Inspired Apparel
Primitive Skateboarding Drops a Large Dragon Ball Super Capsule

By Amy Duong | Published 2020-05-21 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/primitive-skateboarding
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/5/primitive-dragon-ball-super-collection-release) & [primitiveskate](https://primitiveskate.com/)

Primitive Skateboarding launches an expansive collection that honors the iconic Dragon Ball franchise. The [Dragon Ball Super collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonball-collection) brings a sense of refreshing elements as it references the anime through a range of graphics, focusing on the 'Super' generation.

The capsule features a broad range of goods including hoodies, tees, long sleeve shirts, socks, caps, sweats, and more. The color palette features graphics in the hues of black, white, blue, red, and orange. To add a bolder look, there is also some [tie-dye options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doraemon-fall) of black, ecru, orange, lime green, and blue. Some of the characters that detail the [streetwear silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yu-yu-hakusho-x-graniph) include Frieza, SSJ Blue Vegeta, Future Trunks, Beerus, Super Saiyan Blue Goku, and Android 17 and 18. The accessories include PVC bags in blue and purple, stickers, an ask tray, skate decks, and an alarm clock.

Image Credit: Primitive

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 89% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Cartoon-inspired Streetwear:** The Dragon Ball Super collection by Primitive Skateboarding introduces streetwear inspired by the iconic anime franchise, presenting an opportunity to tap into the booming market for anime-inspired fashion.
- **Tie-dye Revival:** The tie-dye options in the collection offer a retro, playful look, presenting an opportunity to capitalize on the revival of this trend in fashion and apparel.
- **Anime-inspired Accessories:** The collection's range of accessories, including PVC bags, stickers, and skate decks, presents an opportunity to tap into the growing market for anime-inspired merchandise and collectibles.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Streetwear:** The Dragon Ball Super collection by Primitive Skateboarding introduces a line of streetwear inspired by anime, presenting an opportunity for the streetwear industry to collaborate with popular franchises and expand their customer base.
- **Fashion and Apparel:** The tie-dye options in the collection present an opportunity for the fashion and apparel industry to capitalize on the current trend towards playful, retro styles.
- **Merchandise and Collectibles:** The collection's range of accessories presents an opportunity for companies in the merchandise and collectibles industry to expand into the anime-inspired market and collaborate with popular franchises.

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