# Battle-Ready Rain Gear Adorn Some Chivalrous Chic With the Broadsword Handle Umbrella By Alex Scott | Published 2010-04-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/broadsword-handle-umbrella References: [likecool](http://likecool.com/Broadsword_Handle_Umbrella--Gadget--Gear.html) & [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/travel-outdoors/d201/) Oh man, the Broadsword Handle Umbrella reminds me so much of all those spy and superhero films I've seen over the years. I know there are at least a couple of movies that use [umbrellas as weapons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus). I am ready to relive my childhood all over again with this umbrella. Think of how cool you'd look walking down the street carrying your umbrella in a [shoulder-mounted sheath](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standpoint). The Broadsword Handle Umbrella features a pretty authentic-looking handle and shaft, so much so that I might be tempted to start swinging it wildly around downtown, claiming to be a defender of justice. Hmm, maybe I shouldn't get one. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Spy-inspired Umbrellas:** Opportunity for innovative umbrellas designed with spy-inspired features and functionalities, targeting consumers seeking a mix of style and functionality. - **Weapon-styled Accessories:** Opportunity to create accessories, like umbrellas, that resemble weapons from movies and appeal to consumers looking for unique and edgy fashion statements. - **Chivalrous Fashion:** Opportunity to tap into the growing trend of chivalrous fashion by offering umbrella designs that evoke a sense of nobility and heroism. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion accessory brands to create and market umbrella designs that cater to consumers seeking unique, eye-catching pieces. - **Film and Entertainment:** Opportunity for film and entertainment companies to collaborate with umbrella brands to create licensed products inspired by spy and superhero movies. - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear companies to diversify their product offerings by incorporating innovative umbrella designs that cater to adventure-seeking consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Sturdy Heat Relief Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aliz-umbrella.md) - [Car Roof Luggage Holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-storage.md)