# Retro Video Game Skirts This Duck Hunt-Inspired Ensemble Features the Old School 8-Bit Game By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-03-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-video-game-skirts References: [fashionablygeek](http://fashionablygeek.com/approved-products/dont-hunt-the-ducks-on-this-old-school-video-game-skirt/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/121602509/retro-game-dh-inspired-skirt) While wearing pieces of clothing solely dedicated to [Sci-Fi moves and video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-marvel-x-capcom-collection) is mostly seen by males, there's no reason why females can't also showcase their love for these nerdy features, and these [retro video game skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-playstation) are the perfect blend of geeky designs and feminine attributes. This fun and vibrantly colored skirt features the well-known Duck Hunt game that many video game users will remember from back in the day. The game consists of a player using a shooter to hit flying ducks in the air. The game is a nostalgic ode to [old school 8-bit video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard), and their now classic types of onscreen imagery. These skirts feature the 8-bit duck characters in vividly bright colors, making the overall design eye-catching with a summer-like appeal. If you're in the mood to connect with your inner nerd come summertime, then this Duck Hunt-inspired skirt is the way to go. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nerdy Fashion:** Create clothing designs that showcase love for sci-fi movies and video games, appealing to a wider female audience. - **Retro Gaming Revival:** Tap into the nostalgia of old school 8-bit video games by incorporating their iconic imagery into fashion, attracting both gamers and retro enthusiasts. - **Geek-chic Fusion:** Combine geeky designs with feminine attributes to create unique fashion pieces that appeal to individuals looking for distinctive and playful styles. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Incorporate elements from sci-fi movies and video games into clothing designs, targeting a niche market of fashion-forward nerdy individuals. - **Gaming:** Explore opportunities to collaborate with fashion brands and create merchandise featuring iconic video game imagery, leveraging the retro gaming trend. - **Pop Culture Merchandise:** Produce and market clothing items that capture the essence of retro video games, catering to the demand for unique and nostalgic pop culture merchandise. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-watch.md) - [Drag Culture Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-her-video-game.md) - [Video Game Console Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-snes.md) - [Retro Tech Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-holiday-sweater.md) - [Retro Gaming Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-invaders-my-play-watch.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Nostalgic Console-Joint Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-playstation.md) - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-x-nubeo-ventana-automatic-atari-asteroids.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Streetwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-marvel-x-capcom-collection.md)