# Brew-Bathing Beasts These Hidden Animal Teacups Make Tea for Two With One Cup By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-12-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-animal-teacups References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/Hidden_Animal_Teacups--Design--Gear.html) & [item.rakuten.co.jp](http://item.rakuten.co.jp/foranew/hiddenanimalteacup/) A [cup of tea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onetotea) can be pleasant, whether it's with a friend or on your own, but these Hidden Animal Teacups make the experience all the more amiable. Mugs inhabited by a bear, an owl and a fox can add a playful element to your much-needed [coffee break](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alessi-buri-tumbler). As you drink from one of the Hidden Animal Teacups, one of these charming creatures will gradually be revealed. Designed by Ange-line tetrault of Japan, these twee [teatime companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nekojita) serve up a sweet tea for two. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 87% | 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hidden Animal Teacups:** Incorporating hidden animal designs in everyday products creates a unique and whimsical experience for consumers. - **Playful Elements:** Adding a playful element to ordinary products enhances the consumer's experience and can differentiate a brand from competitors. - **Teatime Companions:** Designing products that are meant to be enjoyed with others fosters social connection and provides a shared experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Creating home decor items with hidden animal designs opens up opportunities for unique and creative product lines. - **Giftware:** Incorporating playful elements, like hidden animal designs, in giftware products can make them stand out and appeal to a broader customer base. - **Hospitality:** Designing teaware with hidden animal designs can provide a unique and memorable experience for guests in hotels, cafes, and restaurants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Effortless Tea Brewing Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuptone-teacup.md) - [Dinosaur-Shaped Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawaii-ceramic-dinosaur-mug.md) - [Opulent Floral Tea Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brew-to-a-tea.md) - [Ready-to-Sip Tea Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cup-ji.md) - [Portable Ceramic Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hukou.md) - [Connected Communicative Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gptea-set.md) - [Bear-Character Tea Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paddington-in-peru.md) - [Uniquely Shaped Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-doublewall-latte-mugs.md)