# Sea Maiden Suits The 'Swimmable Mermaid Tail' Takes Buyers Under The Sea By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-07-06 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swimmable-mermaid-tail References: [redferret.net](http://www.redferret.net/?p=32600) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/100610958/swimmable-mermaid-tails?ref=v1_other_1) Bringing some long-lived fantasies to life, the 'Swimmable Mermaid Tail' by Monika Naumann is sure to excite the youthful spirit of Etsy shoppers. The tails, which function in water, are made with a material called 'mono fin,' which is an apparently sturdy and durable swim fabric. The pieces, which are [made to order](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathing-belle-swimwear), come in a variety of colors from orange to bright pink. Textured and as luminescent as you might expect to find on a real-life sea maiden, these are realistic in a way that is truly stunning. Priced at around $250, these might be an expensive splurge, but will surely delight anyone with a mermaid obsession. Colorful, fantasy-inspired and incredibly unique, these swimmers are bound to get buyers excited about [going in the water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kikfin). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Swimmable Mermaid Tails:** The rise of swimmable mermaid tails presents opportunities for businesses to tap into the growing demand for unique and imaginative swimwear. - **Fantasy-inspired Swimwear:** The demand for fantasy-inspired swimwear opens up opportunities for businesses to create and market unique, eye-catching designs that cater to consumers with a penchant for whimsical fashion. - **Personalized Swim Products:** The trend of made-to-order mermaid tails highlights the potential for businesses to offer customizable swim products, allowing customers to express their individuality and personal style. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Apparel:** The fashion and apparel industry can explore new designs and materials to cater to the demand for swimmable mermaid tails and fantasy-inspired swimwear. - **E-commerce:** The e-commerce industry can capitalize on the popularity of swimmable mermaid tails by creating dedicated online platforms or marketplaces that offer a wide range of fantasy-themed swim products. - **Entertainment and Recreation:** The entertainment and recreation industry can seize the opportunity to introduce mermaid-themed experiences, such as mermaid swimming lessons or mermaid-themed water parks, to attract customers seeking unique and immersive activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Coordinated Coastal Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salty-mermaid.md) - [Color-Changing Mermaid Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaid-doll.md) - [Mermaid-Inspired Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-the-sea-stay.md) - [Bespoke Scuba Diving Drysuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diving-drysuit.md) - [Film-Resembling Mermaid Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-mermaid-doll.md) - [Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariel-swipe.md) - [Real Life Mermaid Spottings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-of-the-sea.md) - [Aquatic Doll Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaze-mermaidz.md) - [Adaptive Swim Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nimble.md)