# Iconic Split Personality Seasoners The Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Salt and Pepper Shaker is Fitting By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-03-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-and-pepper-shaker References: [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Dr-Jeckyll-Mr-Hyde-Salt-Pepper-Shakers) What an ingenious concept for a salt and pepper shaker. The set combines both iconic characters into one in with the help of magnets instead of a personality disorder. Just in case one is unfamiliar with the duo, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde are the work of a fictional character with a [split personality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-duo-lipstick). He is a controlled and honorable person at one instance and a savage beast at another. This salt and pepper shaker plays on that idea as it offers both faces each offering their own seasoning. Seasoning shakers typically try to follow a [paired theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corazon-marikit-doll), but not many can be as spot on as this combination. Like ying and yang, these characters contrast each other brilliantly for this purpose. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Split Personality Home Decor:** Innovative home decor items that play off the idea of split personalities can offer a unique and whimsical touch to any space. - **Magnetic Seasoning Sets:** Salt and pepper shakers that incorporate magnetic features for convenient and playful use can attract customers interested in functional yet playful decor. - **Iconic Character Novelty Items:** Novelty items that feature recognizable characters, such as famous literary or film figures, continue to be a popular trend that can be translated into a variety of products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Goods:** Home goods retailers can incorporate split personality decor, like this salt and pepper shaker set, to appeal to consumers seeking unique and playful home accents. - **Kitchen Supplies:** Kitchen supply stores can offer innovative magnetic seasoning sets to attract customers who prioritize function and convenience when cooking. - **Novelty Gifts:** Novelty gift retailers can capitalize on the trend of iconic character merchandise to offer playful and recognizable gifts that appeal to a wide range of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [MSG Shaker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-sets.md) - [Collectible Cosplay Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-ketchup-and-mustard.md) - [Functional Table Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-seasonings.md) - [Pizza Seasoning Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-seasoning-duet-box-set.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Pasta Sauce Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-ridiculously-good.md) - [Iconic Fantasy Character Soaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-squatch-x-harry-potter.md) - [Extra-Spicy Hot Pepper Grinders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-hot-pepper-grinder-set.md) - [Contemporary Pepper Grinder Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zjddg.md)