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# Mythical Facial Hair Accessories
The Inflatable Cthulu Beard Makes a Simple Halloween Costume

By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-10-31 | Special
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simple-halloween-costume
References: [fashionablygeek](http://fashionablygeek.com/accessories/inflatable-cthulhu-beards-make-being-evil-cheaper-and-more-convenient/) & [mcphee](http://mcphee.com/shop/inflatable-cthulhu-beard.html?acc=a87ff679a2f3e71d9181a67b7542122c)

If you’re looking for a dorky and simple Halloween costume this year then the Inflatable Cthulhu Beard is the perfect item for you. This hilarious blow-up facial hair will instantly transform you into a half human/half squid creature.

Fans of the cult classic character Cthulhu, created by H.P Lovercraft, are sure to appreciate this funny design. The Inflatable Cthulhu Beard made by Archie McPhee will instantly give you a [thick beard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beard-in-a-box) full of green tentacles. All you’ll need to complete this costume is a robe of some sort and some green face paint, so the beard blends in better with your skin.

This simple Halloween costume is perfect for all those lazy folks out there.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.0/10
- Popularity: 8% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Inflatable Facial Hair Accessories:** Creating inflatable facial hair accessories can provide an easy and humorous way for people to transform their appearance for Halloween or costume parties.
- **Cult Character Cosplay:** Designing costume accessories that cater to fans of cult characters, like Cthulhu, opens up a niche market opportunity for businesses in the cosplay industry.
- **Simplicity in Costumes:** Emphasizing the simplicity and convenience of minimalistic costumes can attract lazy individuals who still want to participate in Halloween or costume events.

### Where This Applies

- **Costume Accessories:** Manufacturing and selling unique inflatable facial hair accessories can diversify product offerings within the costume accessories industry.
- **Cosplay:** Creating cosplay accessories inspired by cult characters, such as Cthulhu, can cater to a niche market of dedicated fans within the cosplay industry.
- **Event Planning:** Promoting the simplicity and ease of minimalistic costumes can attract event planners looking for hassle-free costume options for their attendees.

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