# Kiss-Conducing Benches The Kissing Bench Allows Couples to Feel Comfortable When Exchanging Saliva By Erin Fox | Published 2015-04-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kissing-bench References: [toxel](http://www.toxel.com/tech/2015/02/14/kissing-bench/) The Kissing Bench amalgamates comfort and romance in the ease of a piece of furniture. This unique bench is inspired by the [Victorian courting chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columns) that allows two people to comfortably sit face to face. This courting chair is designed by Didi Dunphy for Unique. Both a [kissing bench and rocking chair](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balance-bench), it encourages communication, meaningful gazing and relaxing cheek-to-cheek moments. The Kissing Bench comes in red steel with cut out heart and 'xoxo' detailing throughout. This truly is an innovative way to revive a once distinctive chair. The courting chair has officially become remodelled for modern times and makes a fun attribute to any decor. If kissing isn't for you then these are great for having a [simple conversation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immaterial-0001). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe, 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 - **Romantic Furniture:** The Kissing Bench is an innovative piece of furniture that inspires intimate moments and encourages communication, offering opportunities for the furniture industry to create more unique and romantic designs. - **Multifunctional Furniture:** The Kissing Bench serves as both a rocking chair and a kissing bench, demonstrating the demand for multifunctional furniture and providing opportunities for the furniture industry to create more versatile pieces. - **Nostalgia-inspired Furniture:** The Kissing Bench is inspired by the Victorian courting chair, showcasing the potential for the furniture industry to tap into nostalgia and reimagine traditional designs for modern times. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture Manufacturing:** The Kissing Bench presents opportunities for furniture manufacturers to create unique and romantic furniture that inspires intimate moments and encourages communication. - **Interior Design:** The Kissing Bench is a fun and unique addition to any decor, providing opportunities for interior designers to create spaces that inspire romance and intimacy. - **Events and Hospitality:** The Kissing Bench could be a valuable addition to event and hospitality spaces, providing guests with a unique and memorable experience that encourages intimacy and communication. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Seated Plate Aluminum Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/move-a-little-bit-further.md) - [Childhood Connection-Promoting Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddy-bench1.md) - [Interaction-Promoting Public Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bench-seating.md) - [Sculptural Dynamic Two-Person Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bench-for-two.md) - [Bold Motion Bench Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelbench-krllermller-edition.md) - [Kinetic Musical Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musical-bench.md) - [Rotating Solar-Powered Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-solarpowered-bench-that-spins-ever-so-slowly.md) - [Two-Person Seesaw Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-problem-halved.md) - [Bike-Friendly Outdoor Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinajarro-bench.md)