# Sci-Fi Bottle Sidekicks This R2-D2 Accessory from NeatoShop Will Keep Your Drink Company By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-02-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r2d2-accessory References: [neatoshop](http://www.neatoshop.com/product/R2-D2-Bottle-Stopper) This charming little [R2-D2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-r2-d2) accessory for bottle tops is perfect for traveling along with you and your drink. The brilliance from this [bottle stopper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-stopper-1) comes from the fact that it will turn any of your drink bottles into a vessel. The R2-D2 accessory fits onto starfighters in a similar fashion and now he can be your sidekick on your next drink adventure. Except don't expect him to cut you off when you've had too many -- he's just there to look pretty. This cork is yet another piece of [Star Wars merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-star-wars). I'm waiting for the day when Star Wars runs out of products to make. It may not be possible however, because as long as products are perpetually invented there will also be a combination available. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Star Wars Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating unique and collectible Star Wars-themed products that appeal to fans of the franchise. - **Bottle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing innovative and visually appealing accessories that enhance the drinking experience. - **Travel Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing compact and convenient accessories for travelers that add value to their journeys. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating new platforms or strategies for selling and distributing Star Wars merchandise to reach a wider audience. - **Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include collaborating with popular franchises like Star Wars to create unique bottle accessories that attract consumers and drive sales. - **Travel and Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include partnering with brands and creating travel accessories that cater to the interests and preferences of Star Wars fans. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi-Branded Special-Edition Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-r2-d2.md) - [Limited-Edition Sci-Fi Soda Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-x-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Smart Speaker Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/echo-dot-stand.md) - [Galactic Robot-Inspired Puzzle Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-r2d2.md) - [Sci-Fi Series Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-star-wars-day.md) - [Special-Edition Sci-Fi Tinctures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wine-down-collectors-box.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firecuda-external-hard-drives.md) - [Sci-Fi Coffee Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scifi-coffee-brews.md) - [Sci-Fi Film Franchise Drinkware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picard-tea-cup-set.md)