# Shark-Themed DIY Stuffies Build-A-Bear Launched a New 'Shark Week' Collection By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-week-collection References: [buildabear](https://www.buildabear.com/collections/shop-by-character/shark-week) & [buildabear](https://www.buildabear.com/collections/shop-by-character/shark-week) With [Discovery's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-assortment) [Shark](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyrific-pinkfong-baby-shark) Week just around the corner, many brands have partnered to launch sharked-themed products, including Build-A-Bear, with the brand releasing a 'Shark Week' collection of plush animals. The DIY stuffed animal shop allows consumers to pick out their own stuffed animal, and fill it with stuffing, pick out outfits and accessories, and participate in a heart ceremony. For the Shark Week collection, consumers can pick from a gray 'Tiger Shark,' a spotted 'Whale Shark,' a 'Blue Shark Sap Bracelet,' as well as ocean-themed accessories to dress up Build-A-Bear's standard plush animals. The stuffed animal apparel includes bathing suits, tropical shirts, surfboards, and flip flops. Consumers can purchase the products online, or create a memorable experience with their children by customizing their own [shark-themed plush animal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharkey-temple). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Shark-themed Products:** The launch of Build-A-Bear's 'Shark Week' collection highlights the trend of partnering with popular events to create themed products. - **DIY Stuffed Animals:** The Build-A-Bear store concept continues to thrive, offering a disruptive innovation opportunity to create a customizable and interactive shopping experience. - **Event-driven Collaborations:** Partnerships with popular events like Shark Week provide a platform for brands to engage with their audience and create unique product offerings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can explore the trend of creating themed products in collaboration with popular events to attract new customers and increase sales. - **Retail:** The retail industry can leverage the popularity of DIY stuffed animals to create interactive and engaging shopping experiences for customers. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can benefit from event-driven collaborations to create merchandise that complements popular events and generates additional revenue streams. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adult-Targeted Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear-after-dark.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear.md) - [Shark-Themed Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-assortment.md) - [Warming Weighted Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-hugs.md) - [Scented Marshmallow Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-your-own-peeps.md) - [Adult-Focused Plush Toy Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark1.md) - [Interactive Holiday Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearlieve-bear.md) - [Shark-Celebrating Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-shark-cookies.md) - [Kidult Cougar Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-dark-valentines-day-collection.md)