# Subtly Two-Toned Cups These Coffee Cups are Glazed Beautifully in Two Tones By Jen Chae | Published 2013-07-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-cups References: [atelier-tete.jp](http://www.atelier-tete.jp/en/products/grotto/espresso_cup_and_saucer) & [atelier-tete.jp](http://www.atelier-tete.jp/) These beautiful coffee cups and saucers are either two-toned down the half or lined along the brim and handle. These designs, titled Grotto by design company [Atelier Tete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-house), are adorably soft in their subtle coloring and rounded edges. Some of the Grotto cups come in [two tones that form a gradation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-creuset-rainbow-mug-set). The smooth transition in colors are barely noticeable, but give the cups a sense of depth. Matching with the colorful saucers, the Grotto sets are a cute addition to any kitchen. With most dishware designs being digitally printed, it is refreshing to see an organic appeal with a washed-out watercolor finish. The Grotto's glossy [pottery-like appeal looks hand crafted](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/il-buco-vita-x-commune-design). This posed handmade appeal is effectively cozy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Organic Dishware:** These subtly two-toned cups represent a trend toward organic and handmade appeal in dishware. - **Soft Coloring:** The soft and subtle coloring of these cups showcases a trend towards more muted and calming color palettes in dishware designs. - **Two-tone Gradation:** The use of two-tone gradation in these cups represents a trend towards subtle and understated design elements in dishware. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Ceramics:** The ceramics industry can adapt to the trend towards organic and handmade appeal by investing in training for traditional pottery techniques for dishware. - **Home Decor:** The home decor industry can incorporate the trend towards soft and subtle colors by incorporating the soft color palettes of these cups into other decor elements. - **Tableware:** The tableware industry can innovate by incorporating subtle and understated design elements, such as two-tone gradation, into new dishware designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Captivating Tonal Drinking Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podio-cup.md) - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Curvaceously Ergonomic Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porcelain-tumbler.md) - [Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-glassware.md) - [Grown Drinkware Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourd.md) - [Chromatic Oceanic Coffee Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-ceramics-travel-mugs.md) - [Uniquely Shaped Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-doublewall-latte-mugs.md) - [Vibrantly Designed Playful Tableware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hem.md) - [Algorithmic Ceramic Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texture-ware.md)