# Minimalist Coffee Sets Beautifully Handmade Cups by Etienne Carignan By Matt Ho | Published 2011-01-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etienne-carignan References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/cappuccino-cup-and-saucer-set-by-etienne-carignan/#more-65667) & [eticdesign](http://www.eticdesign.com/CappuccinoCup.html) Designer cups can be pretentious at times, so settle down for [minimalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byd-espresso-machine) with the Cappuccino Cup and Saucer Set by Etienne Carignan. Etienne Carignan handcrafted this [simple coffee set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aarke-coffee-system) himself, giving it a nice personal touch. Each item is made entirely from porcelain, and are both microwave and dishwasher-friendly. The set comes with [cups and saucers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monte-porcelain) so that you don't leave that nasty ring on the table while drinking. This is definitely a simple and beautifully made set that fits in any home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Handmade Cups:** The demand for beautifully handmade cups presents an opportunity for artisans and independent designers to showcase their craftsmanship. - **Minimalist Design:** The rise of minimalist design in coffee sets creates opportunities for brands to cater to consumers seeking simplicity and elegance in their tableware. - **Microwave and Dishwasher-friendly:** The increasing preference for microwave and dishwasher-friendly coffee sets opens doors for manufacturers to innovate and develop convenient and durable products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Artisanal Home Decor:** The demand for minimalist, handmade coffee sets contributes to the growth of the artisanal home decor industry. - **Tableware Manufacturing:** The trend towards minimalist design and microwave/dishwasher-friendly coffee sets creates opportunities for tableware manufacturers to create stylish yet functional products. - **Independent Designers:** The demand for beautifully handmade, minimalist coffee sets provides independent designers with a platform to showcase their unique creations and reach a niche market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist French Press Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-french-press.md) - [Modular Handmade Coffee Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cenga-coffee-set.md) - [Cube Aluminium Espresso Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unavela.md) - [Minimalist One-Button Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muuto-coffee-maker.md) - [Slick Minimalist Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-coffee-machine.md) - [Minimalist Glassware Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-glassware.md) - [Tranquil Design Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbrew-coffee-maker.md) - [Modern Espresso Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cupola.md) - [Modular Porcelain Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corcelain.md)