# Expertly Crafted Umbrella Handles Burberry Debuts Beautiful Animal Handle Walking Umbrellas By Trenton Millar | Published 2012-07-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-handle-walking-umbrellas References: [steeeeez](http://www.steeeeez.com/2012/07/06/burberry-aw12-umbrellas/) & [us.burberry](http://us.burberry.com/store/mens-accessories/umbrellas/) Whether its keeping you out of the rain or accompanying you on an evening stroll, these exquisite animal handle walking umbrellas are the definition of class. Previewed on the runways earlier this year, [Burberry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberrys-holiday-campaign) has now released the A/W12 umbrellas on their online store. Each umbrella in the collection features an animal head that is hand-crafted by [expert Italian craftsmen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automobili-lamborghini-x-silver-cross-reef-al-arancio). The handles feature a variety of different animals including an owl, a pheasant, a hound and a ram. There is also a limited edition duck handle that is painted at the hands of a British artist. These animal handle walking umbrellas are meant for those with deep pockets. The umbrellas start at $850 and go up to $1,295. Besides the incredible attention to detail that each umbrella requires, the umbrellas are also offered with gold-plated handles. The high quality craftsmanship and materials that go into this masterpiece make it an umbrella that is priceless (after you buy it, of course). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Animal Handle Umbrellas:** Developing high-end umbrellas with unique and intricate animal handles for the luxury fashion market - **Handcrafted Umbrella Handles:** Crafting customized, handmade umbrella handles with unique designs and materials for a niche market - **Bespoke Umbrella Accessories:** Creating personalized and unique umbrella accessories such as handles or straps for customers looking for exclusive or upscale items ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Fashion:** Developing high-end fashion accessories for clients who appreciate unique and exclusive items - **Artisanal Craft:** Building a brand for customized and handmade goods that incorporates unique materials and designs - **Personalized Accessories:** Creating unique and personalized accessories, such as umbrella handles, for high-end retail or e-commerce customers ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Duck Down-Filled Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-duckhead.md) - [Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-puppies-golf.md) - [Adorable Holiday Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burberrys-holiday-campaign.md) - [Penguin-Resembling Luxe Clutches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/penguin-bag.md) - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Branch-Like Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aghsan.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Artist-Designed Umbrella Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain-artist-series.md)