# Fantasy Animal Fashion Unicorn Designs Make Childhood Favorites Fashionable By Rachel | Published 2009-06-11 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-fashion References: [trenddelacreme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com/2009/06/unicorn-ucopia.html) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25698810) These designs are for the little girls who never quite grew up. Unicorn fashions are being seen in [dresses, bathing suits and jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection). The looks vary in their wild ways, while some are more tame. There are dresses like the one from [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etsy-1) seller Devani Weaver, with a long, bright pink mane. [Trenddelacreme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com) noticed this shift in fashion design pointing toward our childhood love for unicorns. Channeling our inner child is easier than ever with these uber-feminine and frilly unicorn fashions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unicorn Fashion:** The trend of incorporating unicorn designs into fashion is providing opportunities for businesses to tap into the nostalgia and whimsy of childhood. - **Wild and Tame Looks:** The contrast between wild and tame unicorn fashion looks offers businesses the chance to cater to different customer preferences and market niches. - **Channeling Inner Child:** The trend of channeling the inner child through whimsical and feminine unicorn fashions allows businesses to tap into a desire for nostalgia and playfulness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion & Apparel:** The incorporation of unicorn designs in fashion presents opportunities for innovating clothing, accessories, and fashion marketing strategies. - **Children's Products:** The popularity of unicorn fashion among little girls creates a market opportunity for developing unicorn-themed clothing, toys, and accessories. - **Online Retail:** The growing demand for unicorn fashion provides online retailers with an opportunity to curate and sell a wide range of unicorn-themed products to meet consumer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fantastical Collectible Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantasythemed-dolls.md) - [Mythical Creature Easter Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyrific-easter.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Vibrant Unicorn-Themed Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prettylittlething-x-krispy-kreme.md) - [Unicorn-Shaped Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haribo-unicornilicious.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Unicorn-Inspired Bakery Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-unicorn-cake.md) - [Unicorn-Themed Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unstable-unicorns-diamond-edition.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md)