If you are a fan of the controversial celebrity photographer Terry Richardson, you may want to snatch up a Terry Richardson doll. The photographer is releasing a collection of dolls and other merchandise in homage to -- what doesn't come as a surprise -- himself.
The collection features three creepy figurines that emulate his outlandish self. Many of the figurines feature him in his classic thumbs-up pose or without pants on. The figurines with no pants showcase Terry comically holding his camera in front of his -- uhh --- private parts.
And if by chance you are some super fan and the dolls don't do you justice, the self-inspired merchandise also features a varsity jacket with a 'TERRY' decal sewn on the back, a bizarre 'Terr Bear,' which is a teddy bear with a photograph of Terry's face in place of it's snout and Terry Pins.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Controversial Celebrity Merchandise
- Opportunity for brands to create merchandise inspired by controversial celebrities to appeal to their fan base.
- Influencer-inspired Collectibles
- Opportunity for toy companies to create collectible figurines based on popular influencers.
- Self-branded Products
- Opportunity for individuals to create and sell their own merchandise featuring their personal brand.
Sectors Adopting This
- Toy Manufacturing
- Toy manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for collectible figurines inspired by celebrities or influencers.
- Apparel and Fashion
- Fashion brands can create clothing and accessories with decal prints of controversial celebrities' names or faces.
- E-commerce
- E-commerce platforms can provide a marketplace for individuals to sell their self-branded merchandise.
