# Fashion Raingear Jean Paul Gaultier Umbrellas By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-04-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashionable-raingear-funky-umbrellas-are-hot References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/read.php?CATEGORY_PK=&TOPIC_PK=2667) Guy de Jean for [Jean Paul Gaultier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-paul-gaultier-x-crocs), is having a ball designing [extravagant umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella) to represent various sexy women's outfits. From the [sexy lingerie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-paul-gaultier-1) model to the inside out design, these water shedders are sure to turn heads - as well as keep you dry. These are not parasols, BTW: parasols are meant to keep the sun off, umbrellas are for those who MUST walk in the rain. **Implications** - For many individuals within Western culture, self expression is top priority. Countless products exist in mundane or standard forms; however, companies that are able to transform such products into means through which consumers can express themselves will see very large returns. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-expression Products:** Designing products that allow consumers to express themselves will yield significant returns. - **Extravagant Umbrellas:** Creating umbrellas with unique and eye-catching designs will attract attention and drive sales. - **Fashionable Raingear:** Developing fashionable rainwear that combines style and functionality will cater to consumer preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on creating rainwear that is both fashionable and functional. - **Design Industry:** Design companies can explore innovative ways to transform mundane products into self-expression tools. - **Outdoor Gear:** The outdoor gear industry can explore the potential for unique and luxurious umbrella designs to cater to consumers' preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md) - [Essential Weather-Resistant Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days.md) - [Livery Resort-Inspired Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trina-turk.md) - [Pride Month Perfume Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jean-paul-gaultier-perfume.md) - [Artist-Designed Umbrella Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain-artist-series.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Duck Down-Filled Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-duckhead.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md)