# $47,000 Bathtubs The Red Diamond By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-05-24 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-bathtub References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/ultraluxurious-bathtub-with-mobile-tv-console-gsm-module-perfect-for-queen-cleopatra-the-king/) & [wgtidromassaggio.it](http://www.wgtidromassaggio.it/) This [ultra-luxurious bathtub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bezel-collection) from Water Games Technologies comes with two waterproof 42-inch dual HDTV on a mobile control and via a built-in GSM module. Designed by Aldo Puglielli, the Red Diamond bathtub features massage, multicolor lighting, [Swarosvki-encrusted](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-x-swarovski) champagne holders and it is built of 42 grams of 18 karat solid gold. The Red Diamond bathtub sells for $47,200. I'm sorry but who needs a [solid gold bathtub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bathtrope) to take a bath? This is beyond bling, bling boring to me. It is more like bling bling vulgar. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Bathroom Fixtures:** The trend towards ultra-luxurious bathroom fixtures with over-the-top features is on the rise. - **Smart Bathroom Technology:** Smart bathroom technology is becoming more advanced, with features like built-in GSM modules and mobile control. - **Bling Culture:** The trend towards showing off extreme wealth through absurdly expensive items is continuing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Home Decor:** The luxury home decor industry is a prime place for companies to pursue the trend towards ultra-luxurious bathroom fixtures. - **Technology:** The technology industry should look to create more advanced and interactive features for smart bathroom technology. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods companies can appeal to the trend towards bling culture by creating ultra-expensive and over-the-top products, such as the $47,000 bathtub. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Japanese Snack Box-Inspired Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bento-starck-box.md) - [Customizable Minimalist Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acquabella-noon-slate.md) - [Sophisticated High-Design Bath Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soaking-tub.md) - [AI-Enhanced Contemporary Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-and-co.md) - [Rounded Hydromassage Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aretusa-tub-by-claudio-papa.md) - [Automated Relaxation Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bathtub.md) - [High-End Walk-In Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/american-standard.md) - [Hardwood Based Bathtubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-bathtub.md) - [Gold-Plated Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/24k-gold-plated-toothbrush.md)