Cool Cats Joins Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Lineup
The popular NFT collection, Cool Cats, has achieved another milestone by becoming part of the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloon lineup. The Cool Cats balloon features the main character Blue Cat and milk carton Chugs, adding a touch of digital art to the traditional parade. This exciting development coincides with the launch of a YouTube Shorts series called “The Milk Chug.”
To celebrate this occasion, a limited-edition Cool Cats hoodie will be available at Macy’s Herald Square. This hoodie comes with an NFC tag that links to an Azuki physical backed token, allowing wearers to showcase their digital avatar in the Cool Cats universe.
A Journey from Artworks to NFTs
Cool Cats was originally created by artist Colin ‘Clon’ Egan as a series of artworks and later gained popularity on Instagram in 2015. In 2021, Clon introduced the Cool Cats NFT collection, consisting of 9,999 Blue Cat PFPs (profile pictures). The collection quickly became a prominent player in the NFT market, with prices averaging $92,000 and attracting attention from Hollywood agency CAA.
However, the project faced challenges as prices dropped due to community dissatisfaction and a broader decline in the crypto market. Despite these setbacks, Cool Cats remained resilient and expanded its presence by licensing its intellectual property to game studios and exploring multiple blockchain networks.
The Current State of Cool Cats
Currently, the floor price for Cool Cats stands at 0.99 ETH (approximately $2,000), and trading volume has seen a significant increase of 225% in the last day alone, reaching 57.9 ETH.
Hot Take: Cool Cats Takes Flight at Macy’s Parade
The inclusion of the Cool Cats balloon in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade highlights the growing influence of NFT art in mainstream culture. This achievement not only showcases the creativity and artistic value of digital collectibles but also demonstrates their ability to captivate a wide audience. Cool Cats’ journey from traditional artworks to NFTs exemplifies the evolving landscape of art and technology, paving the way for new possibilities in the future.
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