# Inflatable Cloud Umbrellas Joonsoo Kim's New Concept Is Meant To Express Happiness By Strawberries and Champagne | Published 2009-03-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-cloud-umbrella-joonsoo-kims-new-concept References: [joons.co.kr](http://www.joons.co.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=Portfolio_living&wr_id=12) & [swiss-miss](http://www.swiss-miss.com/2009/03/an-inflatable-cloudumbrella.html) Joonsoo Kim has designed a fabulous little [cloud shaped umbrella](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-air). As soon as the rain breaks out, you whip out this cute little umbrella, [pump it up](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blow-lamp), and hey, presto! you have your very own little cloud shelter. Joonsoo Kim wanted to express both lightness and happiness with this design. It would certainly cheer you up on a cloudy day, although I am not sure how practical the umbrella would be at keeping you dry. This [concept design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soom) is certainly an eye-catcher! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Inflatable Umbrellas:** Opportunity to disrupt the traditional umbrella industry with a lightweight, compact and easy to carry alternative. - **Novelty Umbrellas:** Opportunity to create fun and unique designs that cater to consumers' desire for self-expression and individuality. - **Eco-friendly Umbrellas:** Opportunity to address the growing concern of sustainable manufacturing and consumerism by using eco-friendly materials and production processes. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Gear:** The rise of inflatable umbrellas can revolutionize the outdoor gear industry with its practicality and convenience for hikers and campers. - **Fashion Accessories:** The playful design of the inflatable cloud umbrella can disrupt the fashion accessories industry by inspiring innovative and unique umbrella designs. - **Sustainable Production:** The use of eco-friendly materials and production processes in manufacturing inflatable umbrellas can address the increasing demand for sustainable production. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Rainwater Multifunctional Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raindrop-1.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Dreamlike Bubble-Shaped Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airshape-lamp.md) - [Artist-Designed Umbrella Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain-artist-series.md) - [Disappearing Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coilo.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md)