# Turnover T-Shirts Comic-Con's 'Resident Evil' Shirt Turns You Into a Zombie By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-07-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resident-evil-zombie References: [gearfuse](http://www.gearfuse.com/resident-evil-comic-con-shirt-gives-you-a-taste-for-brains/) & [kotaku](http://kotaku.com/5314775/resident-evil-shirt-feasts-on-the-flesh-of-the-living) You've probably witnessed guys lifting their shirts above their heads in drunkenly disorder at the bar. The Resident Evil Shirt by Comic-Con allows you to take part in this [strange practice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sauce-proof-shirts) while adding a little twist. The front of the shirt reads “Let Your Darkside Out,” while the inside of the shirt features a [zombie-like face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vampire-slayer-collection). Acting like a fool just got a whole lot cooler. **Implications** - Businesses that can think of [unusual ways to alter existing products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellen-patinatech-tshirt) are most likely to remain fresh in the eyes of consumers. By altering product designs ever-so-slightly, businesses can continue to think outside the box and remain special in comparison to existing products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Alternative Shirt Designs:** Unusual designs of existing products are likely to attract and retain consumers. - **Interactive Fashion:** Interactive fashion pieces may become more popular as consumers seek unique, entertaining products. - **Novelty Clothing Trends:** Novelty clothing items may continue to gain popularity as consumers look to stand out and express their personal style. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on interactive and novelty clothing trends to remain innovative and relevant. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies like Comic-Con can offer interactive merchandise to enhance the fan experience and increase revenue. - **Retail:** Retailers can stay ahead of the curve by offering alternative designs and unique, eye-catching products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Receipt-Inspired Graphic T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/made-to-order.md) - [Viral Criminal Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-can-fix-him.md) - [Anime Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule.md) - [Bold Anime-Inspired Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeks-rule-hellsing.md) - [Horror Manga-Inspired Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-and-junji-ito.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Game-Inspired Haptic Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haptic-shirt.md) - [Connection-Driven Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-to-connect-1.md) - [Graphic Anime Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-ut-revives-chainsaw.md)