# Chain Link Tape Dispensers The Clicktape Tape Dispenser Rethinks the Classic Design By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-05-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clicktape-tape-dispenser References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/derk-reilink-tape-dispenser-clicktape-05-20-2014/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1767500359/clicktape-the-most-elegant-way-of-sticking-it-toge) The Clicktape tape dispenser is taking a good long look at a tried and true design. There's very little variation when it comes to the original design of a tape dispenser because for the most part they work very well. That doesn't mean that it can't be improved on, however, and the Clicktape is a definite improvement. Derek Reilink is changing up the [classic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ofiistory-desk-supplies) by making it not only more stylish, but also easier to use. He's doing this with a [chain link like design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waveclips) that allows the [tape roll](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-coded-packaging) to snap in and out with ease. The Clicktape tape dispenser is also very small and easy to handle and carry around, while looking amazing and stylish to boot. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/derk-reilink-tape-dispenser-clicktape-05-20-2014/), [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1767500359/clicktape-the-most-elegant-way-of-sticking-it-toge) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 44% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Stylish Desk Accessories:** Designers can disrupt the traditional office supply industry with modern and stylish takes on classic tools. - **Functional Industrial Design:** Designers can find ways to improve upon traditional designs of functional products by offering new and innovative features. - **Minimalist Product Design:** Simplicity can be disruptive, as designers can take functional products and strip them down to their bare essentials to create striking minimalistic products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Office Supplies:** Companies in the office supply industry can keep up with design trends to entice customers looking for stylish and modern products for their workspace. - **Industrial Design:** Industrial designers can use minimalism to revolutionize the design of classic, functional products and increase ease of use. - **Retail:** Retailers can offer customers a unique, modern take on traditional office supplies and appeal to a wider consumer base looking for stylish and functional products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Sleek Rounded Measuring Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enso-tape.md) - [Nostalgic Compact Clear Cassettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp81.md) - [Clipping Pen Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clippen.md) - [Tape Measurable Time Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/setime-clock.md) - [Next-Gen Tape Measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comandi.md) - [Note Clip Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-mixtape-kit.md) - [Retro Phone-Inspired Label Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-phone-labeling.md)