# Gender-Segregating Pillows These Barbara Coupe Cushions Keep Boys and Girls On Opposite Sides By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-09-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbara-coupe-cushions References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/417099287172751087/Boys-Only-Cushions-by-Barbara-Coupe) & [barbaracoupe](http://www.barbaracoupe.co.uk/shop/product.php?productid=282&cat=52&page=3) If you're looking for interesting ways to dress up your living room, these Barbara Coupe cushions definitely offer unique and funny character. These two pillows feature 'boys only in this area' on one and 'girls only in this area' on the other. The cushions are perfect for kids in elementary school who believe the opposite gender has cooties and should stay far away. The cushions definitely add some [lighthearted humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seat-blocker) to a room, as they strangely separate males and females from sitting together. A hilarious yet not unsuccessful use of these pillows would be if a father placed these on the [couches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubik-v-cloud-modular-couch) when his daughter first begins dating. While the couple may not obey the orders, they're a great prank to invoke fear in the boy that wants to date his little girl. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gender-segregating Home Decor:** Opportunity for innovative home decor products that playfully separate genders in a lighthearted and humorous way. - **Elementary School Gender Divides:** Potential for products catering to children in elementary school who are still developing notions of gender separation. - **Humorous Relationship Pranks:** Room for prank products that can add humor and light-heartedness to dating relationships. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor companies to create unique and funny products that differentiate themselves in the market. - **Education:** Potential for educational institutions to use these pillows to spark discussions about gender stereotypes and inclusivity. - **Entertainment:** Room for entertainment companies to develop prank products that provide amusement and fun experiences for people in relationships. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiddie-couch.md) - [Cheeky Self-Care Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/do-not-disturb-decor.md) - [Vibrant Designer Decor Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-decor-pillow.md) - [Separable Home Furnishings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/friendly-break-up-collection.md) - [Oversized Hollow Pillow Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floof-snuggle-sack-and-floor-pillow.md) - [Gendered Concept-Exploring Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-casa-dentro.md) - [Pride-Supporting Sleep Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-throw.md) - [Crinkle-Cut Fry-Themed Body Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crinkle-cut-cuddler.md) - [Comforting Pillow Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comforting-pillow.md)