# Hands-Free Umbrellas These Inverted Umbrellas Clevery Attach to Your Wrist By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-05-23 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inverted-umbrellas References: [designtaxi](http://www.designtaxi.com/news/386330/Clever-C-Shaped-Handle-Inverted-Umbrella-Lets-You-Use-Your-Phone-In-The-Rain/) & [bza.co](http://bza.co/buy/152825/mymatchingstudio/c-shape-handle-inverted-umbrella-newest-version?utm_source=DT_Editorial&utm_medium=DT_Editorial&utm_campaign=DT_Editorial&utm_term=DT_Editorial&utm_content=DT_Editorial) These inverted umbrellas by 'My Matching Studio' can attach to your wrist so that your [hands are free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-series) and you stay dry at the same time. The 'Double Layer Inverted Umbrella' has a c-shaped handle and its design makes it easy to open and close in any condition. As many know, having your [regular umbrella destroyed in the wind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geckowiper) is a common occurrence, making for a frustrating experience that leaves you soaked in the rain. These inverted umbrellas are made to bend this way, making them more durable in the long run, especially with their thick material that further prevents damage. As the umbrella closes the opposite way of most models, rain is conveniently poured out and the outside of the device is left dry, stopping it from dripping when you are indoors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 95% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hands-free Umbrellas:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of smart umbrellas that can automatically open and close based on weather conditions. - **Double Layer Inverted Umbrellas:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhance the design of inverted umbrellas by integrating solar panels to power small electronic devices. - **Durable Umbrellas:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly umbrellas with biodegradable materials to reduce environmental impact. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create stylish and customizable inverted umbrellas to appeal to fashion-forward consumers. - **Travel and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce hands-free umbrellas as essential travel accessories to enhance the overall travel experience. - **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design lightweight and compact inverted umbrellas suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wall-Mounted Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/umbrella-1.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Umbrella Standpoint Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/standpoint.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Car Roof Luggage Holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-storage.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Disappearing Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coilo.md)