# Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls The Styled by KidSuper Ken Doll Sports Boundary-Pushing Streetwear By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-05-13 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/styled-by-kidsuper-ken-doll References: [designtaxi](https://designtaxi.com/news/427363/Barbie-Unveils-First-Ken-Doll-Styled-By-Fashion-Designer-Created-By-KidSuper/) & [creations.mattel](https://creations.mattel.com/en-ca/products/styled-by-kidsuper-studios-ken-doll-hrm25) Mattel unveiled the first Ken in Barbie's Styled by series, and the Styled by [KidSuper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-vinyl-figures) Ken Doll sports a look from the Spring/Summer 2021 Everything’s Fake Until It’s Real claymation show at Paris Fashion Week. Ken's outfit inspired by Brooklyn designer Colm Dillane—also known as KidSuper—features a brightly colored jacket with retro graphics of Barbie and Ken, boldly patterned pants and a cap. Exclusively available via [Mattel Creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-mojo-dojo-casa-house), the Styled by KidSuper Ken Doll is a statement piece for fashion fans and collectors that exudes creativity, imagination and style. After the Barbie movie, consumer perception of Ken shifted from seeing him as a one-dimensional supporting character to a more complex, comedic, relatable character, sparking renewed interest and cultural relevance for the once-overlooked doll. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 41% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fashion-doll Crossover:** Combining high-fashion elements with popular dolls creates opportunities for brands to engage both fashion aficionados and collectors. - **Streetwear Collectibles:** Streetwear-inspired collectibles like the Styled by KidSuper Ken Doll appeal to the growing demographic interested in blending pop culture with fashion-forward designs. - **Nostalgic-pop Culture Revivals:** Revamped iconic characters with modern aesthetics can reignite interest among diverse age groups, blending nostalgia with contemporary storytelling. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Integrating cutting-edge fashion trends into toys offers manufacturers the chance to captivate older generations and fashion-forward consumers alike. - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion brands collaborating with toy makers can expand their audience by tapping into the nostalgic and collectible markets. - **Entertainment Licensing:** Leveraging recognizable characters with updated storylines and appearances can provide entertainment companies with new branding and merchandising opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Character-Led Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edikted.md) - [Festive Día de Muertos-Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/da-de-muertos-dolls.md) - [Collectible Mexican Holiday Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-2023-da-de-muertos-doll.md) - [Basketball Legend Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lebron-james-doll.md) - [Doll-Inspired Bedrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedroom-for-ken.md) - [Boxed Toy Couples Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-ken-box-couple-costume.md) - [Toy-Themed Film Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funko-pop-movies-barbie.md) - [Doll-Inspired Fashion NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-doll-nfts.md) - [Film-Inspired Bright Doll Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-mojo-dojo-casa-house.md)