# Mine-Shaped Tub Accessories 'Bath Bomb' by Mukomelov By Elsa Blaine | Published 2009-03-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bomb-inspired-tub-accessories-bath-bomb-by-mukomelov References: [trendsnow.net](http://www.trendsnow.net/trends_now_/2009/02/baths-bomb.html) & [72.14.205.132](http://72.14.205.132/translate_c?hl=en&sl=fr&u=http://mukomelov-st.com.ua/index.php?newsid=60&prev=/search?q=trendsnow&hl=en&rls=com.microsoft::IE-SearchBox&rlz=1I7DACA&usg=ALkJrhgJKESTZZIC1dSavHIOz1EsslP8hg) Here’s a unique take on a bath bomb. We have become familiar with the [luxury fizzing balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cold-bath-bomb) that add fragrance and effervescence to our bathwater, but this one takes the term literally. I don’t imagine plugging your drain with one of these will actually result in an explosion in the tub. It is a drain plug in the shape of a mine and unfortunately, the details are in Ukrainian so I don’t know much more. Wouldn’t it be cool though, if in fact you could open the ‘mine’ and insert one of those [water softening bath bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavour-bombs)? The ‘Bath Bomb’ is from the Ukrainian design studio Mukomelov. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Unique Bath Accessories:** The trend of unique bath accessories like the 'Bath Bomb' in the shape of a mine presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the bath and wellness industry. - **Literal Interpretation:** The trend of literal interpretation in design, like the mine-shaped drain plug, presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the home decor industry. - **Innovative Drain Plugs:** The trend of innovative drain plugs, such as the mine-shaped 'Bath Bomb,' presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the bathroom fixtures industry. ### Where This Applies - **Bath and Wellness:** The bath and wellness industry can capitalize on the trend of unique bath accessories like the 'Bath Bomb' in the shape of a mine to offer consumers innovative and engaging products. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating literal interpretation in design, such as creating unique and attention-grabbing pieces like the mine-shaped drain plug. - **Bathroom Fixtures:** The bathroom fixtures industry can leverage the trend of innovative drain plugs, like the mine-shaped 'Bath Bomb,' to offer consumers functional and aesthetically pleasing solutions that enhance their bathing experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinematic Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saltbomb.md) - [Digital Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-bot.md) - [Pixelated Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-x-lush.md) - [Liquid Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-bath-bombs.md) - [Color-Changing Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-changing-bath-bomb.md) - [DIY Bath Bomb Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bath-bomb-making.md) - [Canine-Inspired Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lush-shiba-inu.md) - [Kid-Friendly DIY Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nailmatic-kids-bath-bomb-maker.md) - [STEM Bath Bombs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galaxy-bath-bombs.md)