# High-Performing Durable Umbrellas The Rain Smile Umbrella Ensures That Users are Dry at All Times By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-08-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durable-umbrella References: [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/a-compact-travel-umbrella-that-splash-no-water/coming_soon) The Rain Smile is an amazingly durable umbrella that is sure to keep one dry. The piece's construction embraces an informed and user-friendly design that "guarantees a better experience on rainy, snowy, [and] sunny days." The most notable feature of the product is its superior water-repellency. With its 300T high-density cloth, the durable umbrella has proven itself by withstanding a continuous high-pressure flushing test for 500 hours. In addition to these features, the Rain Smile is ultra-lightweight at 240 grams, features a strong metal frame and is easily packable, ensuring high levels of convenience at all times. The durable umbrella provides consumers with [UV protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-shibumi-shade), as well. The product is set to launch on [IndieGoGo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consolidated-camping-shelter) in September. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Durable Umbrellas:** Opportunity for developing more durable and long-lasting umbrella products. - **Enhanced User Experience:** Opportunity for improving user experience with ergonomic and easy-to-use designs for umbrellas. - **Multi-functional Umbrellas:** Opportunity for developing umbrellas with multiple features like UV protection, high water repellency and light-weight for all-weather use. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Gear:** Opportunity for outdoor gear companies to develop innovative and weather-resistant products like umbrellas to enhance user experience and comfort. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity for fashion accessory brands to expand their product line and provide umbrellas that are fashionable, durable and user-friendly. - **Travel Products:** Opportunity for travel accessory brands to produce versatile and packable umbrellas that protect users from different weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Expertly Crafted Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-green-umbrella.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Rainproof Wheelchair Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobidry.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Durable Golf Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golf-lite-umbrella.md) - [Car Roof Luggage Holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-storage.md) - [Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-puppies-golf.md)