# Clothespin Cup Holders The DrinKlip Lets You Fasten Your Glass Anywhere By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-10-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drinklip References: [notcot](http://www.notcot.com/archives/2011/10/drinklip-at-100-design.php) There are many scenarios that call for a beer but present the consumer with few options for setting down his bottle. The DrinKlip is ideal for those relaxing afternoons on the dock, with your [cold one secured](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drink-gems) to the arm of your Muskoka chair. But anyone who leads a cluttered life knows the value of a patch of clean tabletop for the placement of a glass. Making your beverage independent of the mess in your sitting room, this clever accessory can be effectively attached to any horizontal surface of less than a couple inches' thickness. The leverage end of the magnified clothespin contraption incorporates a circular cutout with a base, optimized for containing [cups and other objects securely](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-the-wing). The delightful DrinKlip comes in a [full spectrum of colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/podio-cup) to add a playful touch to your furnishings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Cup Holders:** Developing portable cup holders that can be attached to any surface could revolutionize the way people enjoy their beverages in various environments. - **Multi-purpose Accessories:** Creating versatile accessories like the DrinKlip that can securely hold different objects, not just cups, opens up opportunities for innovative solutions in organizing and convenience. - **Customizable Home Furnishings:** Designing customizable and colorful accessories for furniture allows consumers to add a playful and personal touch to their living spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The furniture manufacturing industry can explore the integration of built-in cup holders or compatible attachment options to provide additional functionality and convenience to customers. - **Outdoor Recreation:** In the outdoor recreation industry, developing cup holders that can be easily attached to various surfaces such as chairs or picnic tables can enhance the convenience and enjoyment of outdoor activities. - **Household Organization:** The household organization industry can leverage the idea of multi-purpose accessories to create innovative solutions for decluttering and keeping items easily accessible in different environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Cup Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koozie.md) - [Drink-Holding Outdoor Lounge Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lago-lounge-chair.md) - [Can Clip Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-clip.md) - [Garment-Inspired Drink Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffin-drinkware-the-aloha.md) - [Note Clip Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip.md) - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Insulated Drink Holders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffin-drinkware.md) - [Cup-Integrated Plates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pairingware.md) - [Clippable Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clippable-furniture.md)