# Celeb-Obsessed Rain Gear Etsy User Kayci Wheatley Creates Vivid Pop Culture Umbrellas By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-08-14 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kayci-wheatley-umbrella References: [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/listing/195595910/ryan-gosling-hey-girl-umbrella-original?ref=shop_home_active_10) & [etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/kayciwheatley?section_id=13378866&ref=shopsection_leftnav_8) Ryan Gosling, David Bowie and Prince are featured in artist and [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etsy-and-kacey-musgraves) user Kayci Wheatley's umbrella design series. The painter was inspired to create [pop art prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joopiter) of each of the stars and later transformed these vivid graphics into kaleidoscopic [umbrella canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/original-duckhead). The result is a collection of 3 celeb-obsessed umbrellas that pay homage to your favorite stars. Whether a fan of David Bowie's Iggy Stardust alter-ego, Ryan Gosling's good looks or Prince's ever-changing persona, you are sure to turn heads when sporting one of these products on a rainy day. The umbrellas are made from 100% polyester pongee fabric that is both durable and waterproof. Kayci Wheatley's rain accessories also open up to a 37" span and block water while making a style statement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 57% | 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) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pop Culture Umbrellas:** Creating umbrellas featuring popular celebrities and iconic figures, offering a unique way to express fandom and personal style in rainy weather. - **Customized Rain Accessories:** Designing personalized and vibrant rain gear, allowing individuals to showcase their favorite stars and express their individuality even in bad weather. - **Kaleidoscopic Umbrella Designs:** Incorporating vivid and colorful graphics into umbrella designs, providing a visually stunning and eye-catching accessory for rainy days. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories:** Utilizing popular culture and personalization in rain gear, bridging the gap between fashion and function. - **Art and Design:** Exploring creative and artistic applications in umbrella design, creating visually striking pieces that transform rainy days into opportunities for self-expression. - **E-commerce and Marketplace:** Leveraging online platforms like Etsy for unique and customized rain gear, offering consumers a wide array of options to choose from and support independent artists. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Designer-Approved Vibrant Weather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibrant-weather-accessories.md) - [Space-Inspired Folding Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloombrella.md) - [Charity-Benefiting Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-puppies-golf.md) - [All-Weather Protection Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherman-trek-umbrella.md) - [Livery Resort-Inspired Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trina-turk.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Expertly Crafted Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-green-umbrella.md) - [Flying Umbrella Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flying-umbrella.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md)