# Pirate-Themed Signage Mermaid Restroom Signs Segregate Seafarers from Landlubbers By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-06-05 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaid-restroom-signs References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2011/06/04/mermaid-restroom-sign/) & [allmermaids.tumblr](http://allmermaids.tumblr.com/post/6120342607/mermaid-toilet) I wish I knew the story behind the these pirate and mermaid restroom signs, but alas, the imagination must be left to wonder. As an ironic comment on such iconic symbolism, these simple public washroom markers deviate from the usual stick figures designating men and women. It gives people great delight to see such playful reinterpretations of unchanging and overused emblems, so to see the outline of a female, half fish and half human, the passer-by is afforded an unexpected chuckle. How could such a creature come to land? And since mermen are not so popular a mythology, who better to mark the other sign than the finned maiden's lustful admirer? Sporting a single [wooden leg](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions), the male version of the pirate and mermaid restroom signs calls for a more sophisticated man than one should find on a ship -- one who actually uses a toilet. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Playful Restroom Symbols:** Creating playful reinterpretations of traditional restroom symbols provides unexpected delight to passers-by. - **Iconic Symbolism Deviation:** Deviation from overused restroom signage symbols offers a unique and memorable experience for users. - **Mythology-inspired Restroom Markers:** Incorporating mythological creatures into restroom markers adds a touch of whimsy to public spaces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can enhance their guest experience by incorporating playful restroom symbols that deviate from the norm. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can find opportunities to create innovative versions of traditional restroom signage symbols. - **Tourism:** Tourist attractions and theme parks can use mythology-inspired restroom markers to create a memorable and unique visual experience for visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nautical Themed Hotel Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-containers.md) - [Anti-Splashing Bathroom Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-urinal-design.md) - [Mermaid-Inspired Tequila Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mermaidshaped-bottle.md) - [Crowdsourced Restroom Code Maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restroom-code-maps.md) - [Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-sculptures.md) - [Branded Bathroom Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashmere-ultraluxe-bathroom-guide.md) - [Lavatory Travel Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encycloopedia.md) - [Amorphous Public Restrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amoeba-public-restroom.md) - [Adorably Artful Polish Bistros](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polish-bistro.md)