# Wizard of Oz Witch Shoes Doorstopper By thischick | Published 2007-05-26 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizard-of-oz-witch-shoes-doorstopper References: [signals](http://www.signals.com/signals/Shop-By-Theme_5AA/Television-Films_5AQ/Item_Wicked-Witch-Doorstopper_AQ7092_ps_cti-5AQ.html) Don't just prop your door open with any old doorstop! If you're a Wizard of Oz fan, this doorstop made to look like the [wicked witch of the east](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-1) in the [magic ruby slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speedcat-elphaba) will have everyone talking! This doorstopper is just about the coolest kitschy product I've ever seen! **Implications** - Some films, celebrities or books have transcended their initial purpose and will be frozen in time as [pop culture icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-x-casetify). The Wizard of Oz falls under this category, as it has delighted children and adults for endless decades. This was achieved through a truly imaginative idea paired with great execution, proving that no matter how a company campaigns, a truly innovative product will always prevail. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pop Culture Doorstops:** Creating doorstops inspired by iconic movies, books, or celebrities provides a fun and unique way to add personality and style to home decor. - **Nostalgia-inspired Home Accessories:** Designing home accessories that evoke nostalgia for beloved childhood stories and characters can create an emotional connection with consumers and differentiate products from standard home decor offerings. - **Kitschy Product Design:** Developing products with intentionally over-the-top or quirky designs can attract attention and appeal to consumers who appreciate unconventional and playful aesthetics. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Integrating pop culture references and unique designs into traditional home decor can provide a way to stand out in a competitive market and attract consumers looking for personalized and unconventional products. - **Movie Merchandise:** Creating merchandise inspired by iconic movies and franchises, even if they are not currently popular, can appeal to collectors and fans looking to show their love for timeless classics. - **Gifts and Souvenirs:** Offering kitschy and playful products that reference beloved stories and characters can provide a fun and lighthearted gifting option for consumers looking for unique and memorable presents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whimsical Theater-Themed Bookends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-bookend.md) - [Chic Whimsical-Film Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wizard-of-oz-capsule.md) - [Whimsical Doll Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good.md) - [Thematic Ombre-Effect Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-hightop-sneakers.md) - [Theatrical Bakeware Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-for-good-x-le-creuset.md) - [Movie-Musical Luggage Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beis-x-wicked.md) - [Witchy Nail Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-x-wicked-for-good.md) - [Enchanting Film-Inspired Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-x-aldo.md) - [Witchy Body Care Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-x-lush.md)