# Violently Disguised Umbrellas Be Prepared for Nervous Glances When Carrying the Pistol Umbrella By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-10-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistol-umbrella References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/312414262750351011/Pistol-Shot-Gun-Short-Umbrella?list_id=26561957) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Styled-Flintlock-Pistol-Umbrella-Fashion/dp/B007VZV5R4?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The pistol umbrella is perfect for people who hate the rain. If waking up to see the sun hidden behind dark clouds puts you in a bad mood, this umbrella offers you a way to show your frustration. While this device serves the important purpose of keeping your dry, it's designed to look like a dangerous shotgun. Although people on the streets will be less likely to walk near you when they see the weapon-shaped tool, this umbrella doesn't cause any harm. Instead of falling into the category of boring umbrellas, this one is actually easy and fun to open. When you feel the rain start to fall, simply pull the trigger and show the rain who's in charge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Disguised Products:** The trend of creating seemingly dangerous or non-traditional products could be an opportunity for companies to create unique and humorous offerings. - **Functional Novelty Items:** The trend of novelty items with a practical use, like the pistol umbrella, can lead to unconventional yet functional product designs. - **Subversive Accessories:** The trend of challenging traditional design norms with accessories like violenty designed umbrellas can appeal to consumers looking for statement pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies could capitalize on designing unusual umbrellas that add a unique touch to a practical item. - **Outdoor Gear:** Outdoor gear companies could create functional products with a humorous twist like the pistol umbrella, appealing to those who enjoy adventure and novelty. - **Gifts and Novelty Items:** Companies specializing in novelty items and gifts could create unique products like the pistol umbrella that give the recipient a laugh and a practical item at the same time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Expertly Crafted Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-green-umbrella.md) - [Two-People Umbrella Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shed-rain.md) - [OLED Weather Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ori-umbrella.md) - [Connected Dual Functioning Umbrellas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hulasol.md) - [Car Roof Luggage Holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-storage.md) - [Branch-Like Umbrella Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aghsan.md) - [Umbrella-Resembling Playful Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rain-man-lamp.md)