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# Dynamic Light-Up Unicorn Skulls
Target Debuts New Line of Halloween Decor Including Unicorn Skulls

By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-08-13 | Special
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-skull
References: [bustle](https://www.bustle.com/p/targets-light-up-unicorn-skull-is-true-halloween-aesthetic-goals-18651521) & [intl.target](https://intl.target.com/p/light-up-unicorn-color-changing-skull-decorative-halloween-prop-hyde-38-eek-boutique-hyde-and-eek-boutique-8482/-/A-54392900)

Any consumer who appreciates [mythical creatures and bright colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-toots) are now in luck -- [Target's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackolantern-fruit-collection) new line of [Halloween decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-trading) includes a light-up unicorn skull that changes colors.

The intriguing product is designed like a horse's skull with the addition of a white horn atop the forehead. The horn and interior of the skull -- which is visible through the eyesocket and nostrils -- will be illuminated with multicolored lights that change colors when powered. For further spooky aesthetics, the jaw of the unicorn skull's opens and closes allowing the multi-colored light to pierce through the night.

The bespoke and dynamic unicorn skull is the perfect decor piece to accent your home this Halloween season.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 85% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Color-changing Halloween Decor:** Target introduces dynamic light-up unicorn skulls for Halloween with multicolored lights that change color when powered.
- **Mythical Creature-inspired Decor:** The unicorn skull is part of Target's new Halloween line that taps into consumer appreciation for mythical creatures and bright colors.
- **Interactive Halloween Decor:** The unicorn skull's jaw that opens and closes to reveal multi-colored light offers innovative opportunities for interactive Halloween decor.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Home Decor:** Target's new line of Halloween decor featuring the dynamic unicorn skull suggests opportunities for creative and interactive home decor products for holidays and special occasions.
- **Toys and Collectibles:** The light-up unicorn skull has potential to be a successful toy or collectible product in the fantasy or spooky toy market.
- **Party Supplies:** The unicorn skull and other products from Target's Halloween line could inspire a new category of party favors and decorations centered around mythical creatures and interactive designs.

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