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Hooked Parasol Handles

The Rotation Handle Umbrella by Da Som Kim is Doubly Practical

— December 17, 2013 — Art & Design
Sun and rain parasols are pretty practical as they are, yet the Rotation Handle Umbrella enhances their function even more by making a small tweak to its handle. It incorporates a dual hooked end that can swivels 180 degrees in order to be used a multitude of ways.

Whether holding a bag of groceries when in use or flipped over to hang off of a table when not in use, the Rotation Handle Umbrella is quite handy. Designed by Da Som Kim, the umbrella also boasts a cap on the tip of it so that it can be rested anywhere without damaging it in any way.

A simple yet helpful tweak, the Rotation Handle Umbrella shows people that even everyday objects can stand to be redesigned from time to time.
Trend Themes
1. Practical Umbrella Handles - There is an opportunity to create innovative and practical umbrella handles, such as the dual hooked end used in the Rotation Handle Umbrella.
2. Multi-functional Umbrellas - The Rotation Handle Umbrella highlights the potential for multi-functional umbrellas that can be used in multiple ways depending on the situation.
3. Redesigning Everyday Objects - The success of the Rotation Handle Umbrella shows that there is a market for simple and helpful design tweaks to everyday objects.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Accessories - Companies in the outdoor accessories industry could benefit from incorporating practical and innovative design features into their products, such as dual hooked handles on umbrellas.
2. Retail - Retail businesses can capitalize on the trend of multi-functional umbrellas, which can be marketed as versatile and practical solutions for people on-the-go.
3. Product Design - Product designers and manufacturers can create disruptive innovations by considering simple but effective design tweaks for everyday objects, as demonstrated by the success of the Rotation Handle Umbrella.
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