# Cloud Rocking Horses The Iconic Cloud by Maison Deux Rethinks the Classic Children's Toy By Meghan Young | Published 2016-06-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-rocking-horse References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/buy/cloud-rocking-horse-maison-deux) & [maisondeux](https://www.maisondeux.com/product/iconic-cloud/) While pretend to race on an animal when a child can sit on the cloud rocking horse and feel like he or she is flying in the sky instead. After all, the sky's the limit when it comes to the potential of these little ones -- especially when it comes to their imagination. A fun and stylish alternative to the classic plaything, parents will also appreciate its look in the home. Designed by [Maison Deux](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolen-blanket), the cloud rocking horse has been dubbed Iconic Cloud. In addition to this particular design, the company has also released a bowler's hat and watermelon slice to shake things up. Made out of solid French oak and upholstered with 100% wool by [Kvadrat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kvadrat-raf-simons), the minimalist designs are perfect for modern family homes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Toys:** The trend of modern toys with minimalistic designs provides an opportunity for toy companies to create innovative, stylish and functional toys for children. - **Touchable Imagination:** The trend of designing toys, such as the cloud rocking horse, which provide touchable elements to stimulate a child's imagination provides an opportunity for toy companies to create more interactive and engaging toys. - **Multifunctional Design:** The trend of multifunctional design seen in the cloud rocking horse provides an opportunity for toy companies to create toys that can be used not only for playtime but also as decorative pieces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry has an opportunity to innovate by creating stylish, interactive and multifunctional toys that can be used for playtime and as decorative pieces. - **Furniture Industry:** The furniture industry can create innovative and stylish children's furniture, such as the cloud rocking horse, that blends functionality with design aesthetics. - **Textile Industry:** The textile industry can innovate by designing touchable and interactive fabrics that stimulate children's imaginations and enhance the overall toy experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Structural Rocking Horses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocking-horse-chair.md) - [Cloud-Like Dining Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freifrau.md) - [Cloud-Inspired Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-tables1.md) - [Bubble-Shaped Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bubble-baby-bed.md) - [Childhood-Informed Dome Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-clodette-chair.md) - [Youth-Ready Rocking Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-rocker-1.md) - [Dynamic Movement Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wobbl-rocking-chair.md) - [Modernized Rocking Chair Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodding-chair.md) - [Moon-Inspired Modular Seating Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wigiwama.md)