# Nesting Doll Tea Sets The Matryoshka Teapot Adds Cute Character to Any Tableware Set By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matryoshka-teapot References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/02/27/matryoshka-teapot/) & [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/Matryoshka-Teapot) Afternoon tea is such a cute traditional concept (as well as very elegant and sophisticated) that I'm not surprised that I find the Matryoshka Teapot completely perfect for setting the mood. Based on the cultural Russian nesting dolls, this [tea set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gptea-set) is adorable in its rather subtle take on them. Brought to you by the Neatoshop, the Matryoshka Teapot is essentially comprised of six parts: two cups that are modeled after a matryoshka doll's head and which are stacked one on top of the other, a pot, a lid and a stainless steel strainer. The Matryoshka Teapot is reasonably priced at $49.95. Made out of ceramic, it would surely fit in with any tableware decor setting. Not only that, but the Matryoshka Teapot would surely add more than a bit of character to one's kitchen as well. If you don't think that the Matryoshka Teapot is for you, it would make a [great gift](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-tea-sets) for that tea-loving friend of yours! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cute Tea Sets:** There is a growing trend towards cute and unique tea sets that add character to any tableware set. - **Cultural-inspired Products:** Products that are inspired by cultural icons or landmarks are becoming increasingly popular as people seek to diversify their home decor. - **Affordable Ceramic Kitchenware:** Consumers are looking for affordable yet high-quality ceramic kitchenware that fits with any tableware decor setting. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** There is an opportunity for home decor companies to create and market more cute and unique tea sets inspired by various cultures and icons. - **Kitchenware:** Kitchenware companies can provide affordable yet high-quality ceramic products that fit with any tableware decor setting. - **Gifts & Souvenirs:** Matryoshka-inspired tea sets or other cultural icon-inspired products can be marketed as great gifts and souvenirs to those who love tea or collecting unique items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Surrealist-Inspired Tea Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-for-two-collection.md) - [Teatime-Inspired Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musical-tea-set-toy.md) - [High-End Ceramic Japanese Teapots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-drinkware.md) - [Opulent Floral Tea Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brew-to-a-tea.md) - [Pagoda-Shaped Tea Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-jars.md) - [Mother's Day Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-tea-set.md) - [Stacked Tea Kettle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-tea-kettle.md) - [Vibrantly Designed Tea Kettles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-kettle-collective.md) - [Portable Ceramic Tea Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hukou.md)