# Romantic Rain Repellents The Heart Umbrella Will Keep You and Your Beloved Dry By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-12-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-umbrella1 References: [likecool](http://likecool.com/Heart_Umbrella--Design--Gear.html) & [store.artlebedev](http://store.artlebedev.com/apparel/accessories/heart-umbrella/) I am so not the romantic type, I fully own up to it. I am fine with my awkward attempt at doing something that shows love and affection, but I do enjoy the [heart umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-duckhead). Granted, part of the attraction is that no one else would have one, as it is from The Netherlands, but I also really enjoy the cane shaped handle that accompanies it because it can also be used as a walking stick when things get icy. Plus, the [heart shaped umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartshaped-dutch-oven) is kinda cute. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Heart-shaped Umbrellas:** Manufacturers can introduce different designs and material compositions to appeal to various markets aside from the heart-shaped design. - **Dual-purpose Umbrellas:** The market is ready for products that merge functionality with design, such as an umbrella that doubles as a walking stick. - **Geographically-themed Umbrellas:** Manufacturers can create unique designs that honor a city or country's culture, as seen with the heart umbrella from The Netherlands. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Industry:** Collaborating with designers or fashion houses to create trendy and stylish umbrellas that can be seen as an extension of a person's outfit. - **Tourism Industry:** Creating location or country-themed umbrellas as souvenirs for tourists or as a way to promote local culture. - **E-commerce Industry:** Introducing niche and unique products such as the heart umbrella to appeal to specific markets and differentiate from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Umbrella-Resembling Playful Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rain-man-lamp.md) - [Rainwater Multifunctional Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1.md) - [Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-puppies-golf.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md)